Job overview

*Band 6 to Band 7 progression opportunity*

Job summary

The post holder will be an experienced pharmacist who will, within the structured senior pharmacist rotation, undertake departmental as well as ward-based duties. He/she will

1. Ensure compliance with medicines legislation.
2. Provide medication to patients in a safe and legal manner.
3. Work independently but be able to discuss issues with peer group and senior colleagues.
4. Be the lead pharmacist within the clinical speciality on rotation.
5. Actively participate in the delivery of the clinical pharmacy service and medicines management initiatives within the speciality and the Trust.
6. Assist in the planning and development of these services within the speciality and in the provision of financial reports to the Divisions.
7. Professionally and managerially support to the Pharmacist Team Leader.
8. Be competent in and participate in any aspect of the Pharmacy service, be it ward or department based.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the  job description 

About the Pharmacy Department: 

The Pharmacy Department provides a reliable and quality patient-centred service with empathy, enthusiasm, and commitment. It prides itself in being forward-thinking and keeping pace with changes in medicines optimisation and technology. We are well respected throughout the hospital and have a close working relationship with clinical teams. We also have a high level of commitment to staff development and actively encourage all staff to share their expertise to enhance the performance of the department. 

Working for our organisation

Benefits of working with us: 

• Opportunity to complete a fully funded postgraduate diploma in pharmacy practice.  Other diplomas can be supported too. 
• Opportunity to complete a fully funded Independent Prescribing course (IP). Band 7 Pharmacists' post-diploma will be supported in completing their IP.
• Access to further training and development opportunities as a rotational pharmacist. 
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) if you are new to the NHS, progressing to 33 days (plus bank holidays). 
• Onsite nursery that welcomes all children, aged between six weeks to five years, including those with special needs. Opening times are 7:00 to 18:00. Staff discounted rates are offered on fees. 
• Access to Trust health and wellbeing initiatives -- financial wellbeing, the Trust Wellbeing Hub, and Employee Assistance Programme. Trained Mental Health First Aiders available onsite. 
• Access to exclusive benefits for you and your family, including NHS discounts at various retailers, restaurants, and leisure facilities. 
• Occupational Health Department which promotes and protects the physical and psychological wellbeing of all employees at the Trust. 
• A variety of staff networks -- LGBTQ+ Network, Multicultural Network, Disability and Wellbeing Network, Nepalese Network, Women's Empowerment Network, Menopause Support Group. 
• NHS Pension Scheme -- providing a range of benefits, including life insurance.