Alexa Richmond
Clinical Pharmacist specialising in mental health
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About
Clinical Pharmacist specialising in mental health with experience across inpatient hospital and community pharmacy settings. Skilled in medicines optimisation, structured medication reviews, psychotropic medication management, dementia care, and clinical risk assessment. Experienced in SystmOne, electronic prescribing systems, and multidisciplinary clinical collaboration.
Enrolled on an accredited Independent Prescribing course commencing in September 2026. Seeking a Clinical Pharmacist role in medicines optimisation, hospital pharmacy, primary care, mental health, clinical review or medicines information.
Experience
Specialist Mental Health Pharmacist (Inpatient & Dementia Unit) at Meadowfield Hospital (2024-02 – Present)
- Conduct clinical medication reviews for patients with severe mental illness and dementia.
- Optimise psychotropic therapies including antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilisers.
- Identify and manage medication-related risks including side effects, adherence issues, and drug interactions.
- Support multidisciplinary inpatient teams in delivering safe and effective patient care.
- Provide medication counselling and promote safe medicines use.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation using SystmOne and electronic prescribing systems.
Pharmacist Manager at Rowlands Pharmacy (2023-06 – 2023-11)
- Managed pharmacy operations and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Delivered patient-centred medication advice and vaccination services.
- Led and supervised pharmacy teams in high-volume environments.
Pharmacist Manager at Lloyds Pharmacy (2022-03 – 2023-06)
- Oversaw dispensing accuracy, workflow efficiency, and patient safety.
- Provided clinical advice and medication counselling.
- Supported team development and service delivery.
Relief Pharmacist at Boots Pharmacy (2020-09 – 2021-04)
- Ensured safe supply and legal compliance of medicines.
- Provided counselling on medication use and side effect management.
Education
PhD in Pharmaceutical Science – University of Brighton (2021)
Master of Pharmacy in Pharmacy – University of Brighton (2014 – 2019)
Independent Prescribing (IP) Course (2026-09)
