Job summary

Permanent | Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our friendly and supportive Pharmacy Department for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as aSenior Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, approachable and committed to delivering a high-quality pharmacy service. Working within a busy dispensary environment, you will play an important role in supporting the safe and efficient supply of medicines while providing excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals.

• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship (or equivalent qualification).
• Ability to maintain dispensary competencies and work accurately in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence handling queries both face-to-face and over the telephone.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable, reliable, and committed to delivering a high-quality service.
• Previous pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Dispensary and stores manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

As a Senior Pharmacy Dispensary Assistant, you will work within the Dispensary gaining valuable experience and expanding your own pharmaceutical knowledge.

We will support you in completing our in house competencies by providing you with the necessary training and development opportunities.

The variety and diversity of working in the Dispensary and providing cover for the Stores & Distribution team will allow you to gain a well-rounded understanding of the pharmacy workflow. You will also get to expand your expertise in Controlled Drugs and Clinical Trial dispensing.

Participation in the weekend and bank holiday rota is essential

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job summary

We are looking for a pharmacist ready to take the next step in their career as a specialist rotational pharmacist at The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Pharmacy Department, which is a large forward thinking team which is highly regarded within the Trust. We can offer this as a progressional Band 6 to 7 post if you do not fully meet the specification for the band 7 post.

We have strong links to both the School of Pharmacy at the nearby University of East Anglia, with innovative placement programmes for pharmacy students. Electronic prescribing and medicines administration has been implemented across all inpatient wards, the A&E and outpatients. We are at the forefront of healthcare delivery with a strong focus on Medicines Management and innovativepharmaceutical practice.

We are about to embark on a department development and modernisation programme which makes this an exciting time to join the pharmacy team!

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a strong clinical background to join our team of Rotational Specialist Pharmacists. You will have the opportunity to work as part of our ward-based pharmacy service, working alongside the MDT, including our existing team of specialist and highly specialist pharmacists. You will also have opportunities to work in specialties across medicine and surgery in addition to other pharmacy services as part of the specialist rotational team.

The focus for this post is to take an active role in the pharmaceutical care of a range of conditions and advise clinicians. Participation in MDT ward rounds and prescribing of medicines to ensure a seamless transfer of care will be expected. You must be able to work both as part of a team and autonomously. Prescribing is a key part of this role - you will be supported to undertake the training if you do not already hold the qualification.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job summary

Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship

Please note Salary will be as follows:

Year 1: 70% of the top of Band 4 + Outer London HCAS

Year 2: 75% of the top of Band 4 + Outer London HCAS

We are looking for a TWO enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to join our progressive pharmacy team at West Middlesex University Hospital part of Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity to train for a career as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. You will study for a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians whilst you work on an Apprenticeship program, gaining experience in various areas of pharmacy within the Hospital.

This is a two year training course (apprenticeship) expected to commence on 3-February-2027.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicants will be expected to work in our Inpatients Dispensary, Outpatients Dispensary, Distribution, Goods Receipt & Purchasing, Technical Services, Clinical Trials, Medicines Management, Medicines Information and Clinical Governance sections on a rotational basis.

The rota will run across both West Middlesex and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital sites.

Full practical training will be provided in-house, with a competency-based programme and you will be expected to undertake underpinning knowledge courses working towards becoming a registered Pharmacy Technician.

The successful candidates will work in an environment that will support patients with their medications, managing the supply of medicines and assisting Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, as well as manufacturing sterile products.

The appointed candidates will need to demonstrate that they are patient focused, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be a quick learner, keen to get involved and are committed to the training programme. Good ability to cope with the discipline of studying whilst working as part of a team throughout this busy department is essential; therefore, a professional approach is key.

Candidates must be willing and able to follow an academic and practical training course and commit up to 10 hours per week of your own time for private study.

For further details, please contact:Justyna Papior, Senior Principal Pharmacy Technician MMT and E&T ([email protected])

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Job summary

For your information sponsorship for this role is not available. This post is maternity leave cover for a fixed term of 9 months.

The Pharmacist is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred pharmaceutical services while ensuring compliance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.

The role involves the clinical and accuracy checking of outpatient and discharge prescriptions, providing expert medicines advice to patients and healthcare teams, supporting oral chemotherapy prescribing processes, and promoting safe medicines management.

The post holder contributes to the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy, supports staff development and team performance, monitors quality and governance standards, and acts as the Responsible Pharmacist when required.

Working collaboratively with clinical teams and stakeholders, the Pharmacist helps ensure excellent customer service, timely patient care, service improvement, and the achievement of both operational and business objectives.

Main duties of the job

The Pharmacist plays a key role in co-ordinating and developing a team to deliver a safe, effective and caring service to manage the pharmaceutical needs of patients attending the outpatient pharmacy. Working closely with and alongside the Deputy Superintendent Pharmacist and Superintendent pharmacist, the pharmacist will be responsible for delivering an effective service, including screening and clinically checking prescriptions.

They will also be responsible for maintaining excellent relationships with patients and other stakeholders and through this achieve excellent healthcare and business performance.

About us

SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.

Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.

There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.

A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.

There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.

Job summary

Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Lewisham Division, Modality Partnership

Ready to make an impact? Seeking a fresh challenge? This could be the role for you!

Modality Partnership Lewisham Division has a full-time vacancy for a Lead Clinical Pharmacist. The postholder will be a high-performing Independent Prescribing Pharmacist, working across the Division with leadership skills to support, supervise, teach and develop pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

At Modality Partnership, our CARE values, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, guide everything we do. Join a team that embodies these values in every patient interaction and across the wider organisation. This role is suitable for someone who is career-driven and passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and effective medicines optimisation for patients registered with our practices.

Why join us?

• Enrolment to the NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave minimum 27 days, plus 8 bank holidays pro rata
• Employee discounts and benefits scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Education and career pathways
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Flexible working
• Wellbeing support and initiatives

If you are interested in learning more, please read on.

Main duties of the job

This is a rounded, hands-on Lead Clinical Pharmacist role combining clinical practice with leadership and management responsibility. The postholder will provide professional leadership, line management, supervision, teaching, training and development for the pharmacy team.

The postholder will work as an Independent Prescriber in a patient-facing role, clinically assessing and treating patients, undertaking structured medication reviews and medication reviews, managing medicines-related queries and supporting long-term condition care within their scope of practice.

The postholder will collaborate with the Divisional Board, practices, the ICB and the wider Modality Partnership to ensure safe prescribing, effective medicines optimisation, robust governance, audit, medicines safety and delivery of agreed performance and quality priorities.

The role is planned as a Monday-to-Friday, 9am-5pm post across Modality Lewisham sites. It requires flexibility, innovation and autonomous working, with protected leadership time alongside direct clinical delivery.

About us

Our Lewisham practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.

This role will work directly with key stakeholders to harmonise ways of working and improve patient and staff experience while building a broad portfolio of clinical, leadership and service-development skills in primary care.

Modality Partnership is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Job summary

Clinical Pharmacist, St Helens Division, Modality Partnership

Ready to make an impact? Seeking a fresh challenge? This could be the role for you!

We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic, and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join Haydock Medical Centre on a part-time (23-25 hours per week). In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, patient-centred pharmaceutical care, optimising medicines safely and effectively, and driving innovation in Primary Care.

At Modality Partnership, our CARE values, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, guide everything we do. Join a team that embodies these values in every patient interaction and across the wider organisation.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive, rewarding environment with benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally:

• NHS pension scheme
• Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee discounts and benefits scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Education and career development pathways
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives

Main duties of the job

This is a dynamic, patient-facing Clinical Pharmacist role, focused on delivering evidence-based pharmaceutical care in Primary Care. You will use your expert knowledge of medicines to support patients with specific disease areas and long-term conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Clinically assessing, diagnosing, and prescribing (where qualified)
• Optimising medicines and improving prescribing safety
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes
• Supporting medication reviews and structured medicines optimisation
• Contributing to service development and innovative working practices
• Working with Divisional Boards and the National Modality Business Support Team to deliver strategic priorities

This role requires innovation, flexibility, and commitment, offering the opportunity to work resourcefully within a team to meet organisational priorities while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

About us

Our St Helen's practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.

This role provides a strong portfolio of clinical and leadership experience, enabling you to make sustainable improvements in Primary Care.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Job summary

Under the support and guidance of Pharmacy and Practice staff, and through a structured rotational training program with Community Pharmacy and General Practice the post holder will:

Develop the knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accredited course or approved qualification within the Pharmacy Technician apprenticeship pathway, to support registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Complete the required competencies in the workplace to achieve the accredited course / recognised qualification / apprenticeship and will complete the learning organised by the training provider using agreed weekly study day/session(s) and study in personal time.

Ensure knowledge, attitudes and behaviour follow the General Pharmaceutical Councils Standards for Pharmacy Professionals during the two-year training programme in order that they can seek a declaration of competence from supervising pharmacy professional in all sectors, as required for registration.

Main duties of the job

To study for one day a week/equivalent to achieve the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician training programme in the two-year duration and complete the required accredited course/recognised qualification/apprenticeship

To complete rotations in Community Pharmacy for a period of training delivered weekly or in a block (minimum of three months per year) dispensing, checking, and issuing medicines, counselling patients on how to use their medicines, stock management, reconciliation of medicines, and Over the Counter (OTC) sales for minor ailments, medicines review, and enhanced services eg, stop smoking services under the supervision of Pharmacy Staff.

To complete rotations in General Practice for a period of training as defined in the training plan; delivered weekly or in a block responding to a prescription requests, reviewing hospital discharge/clinical letters and reconciling medication against current medications highlighting discrepancies under the supervision of the Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician, completing audits under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician.

To gain knowledge of diseases, basic treatments and the actions and uses of drugs.

To answer basic pharmaceutical queries under supervision.

To learn about and contribute to the objectives for safe patient care in all workplaces.

To support team values to ensure the maintenance of the highest professional standards.

To always maintain confidentiality.

About us

You will gain extensive understanding of pharmacy whilst rotating between the GP practice and Community Pharmacy. You will be part of the multidisciplinary team, working at The Thorpe Practice. The Practice has aregistered list size of 10650.You will be required to work across 2 sites (Owlthorpe and Hackenthorpe). The Practices sites within Townships 1 Primary Care Network (PCN) alongside Mosborough, Birley, Sothall and Crystal Peaks.

We need someone who is interested in developing a career in pharmacy, to become professionally registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

You will need to be enthusiastic, motivated, and hard working and have good communication and interpersonal skills.

You will be required to complete the qualification for the Apprentice Pharmacy Technician- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principle and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians. You will be registered with a training provider who will provide online training.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Apprenticeship Pay Scales Apply

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1445-26-0000

Job locations

Owlthorpe Surgery

Moorthorpe Bank

Owlthorpe

Sheffield

S20 6PD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community Pharmacy responsibilities:

To work under the supervision of the Supervising Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician at all times.

To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times.

To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to Community Pharmacy services. This will involve a patient-facing role.

To assist the Pharmacist in retrieving electronic prescriptions (EPS) as per SOPs.

To receive prescriptions and ensure they are legal and valid and advise patients on completing the declaration.

To use the Pharmacy computer system to record Patient Medication Records and create labels.

To dispense prescriptions including FP10s & Private Prescriptions and monitored dosage systems (MDS) and confirm accuracy as per community / dispensing pharmacy SOPs.

To issue prescriptions and counsel patients on how to use their medicines.

To dispose of returned and unwanted medication as per SOPs.

To record controlled drugs in the CD register and conduct controlled drug balance checks as per SOPs.

To order, receive, store, and maintain stock as per SOPs.

To support the community pharmacist with medicines reconciliation in accordance with protocols, highlighting discrepancies to ensure patients medication records are up to date and liaising with general practice to ensure the correct medicines are continued following transfer of care.

To complete OTC sales and recommendations for common minor ailments under the supervision of a Pharmacist / trained Pharmacy staff.

To support the Pharmacist to complete Medication Use Reviews (MURs), New Medicines Service (NMS) and Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS), Pharmacy First.

To support the Pharmacist to complete commissioned enhanced services eg, stop smoking services and blood pressures under the supervision of Pharmacy Staff.

To liaise with General Practice regarding prescription issues.

General Practice responsibilities:

To work under the supervision of the Pharmacy professional at all times and liaison with other Practice staff.

To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times

To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to General Practice. This will involve working in General Practice in a patient facing role and with telephone contact.

To use the surgery computer system to record information & consultations, run searches and send tasks to other healthcare professionals.

To respond to prescription requests from community patients, nursing/care home staff, pharmacy staff and GPs, processing them with 48 hours for routine prescriptions and same day for urgent prescriptions. This can include re-routing prescriptions to out of hours pharmacies for same day delivery.

To learn about and be involved with the use of practice templates to record patient monitoring for high-risk drugs.

To learn about and be involved in monitoring blood tests, blood pressures, weight loss management,recalls and reviews using established protocols and involvement of the appropriate clinician.

To review hospital discharge notifications/clinical letters and reconcile medication against current medications, highlighting discrepancies to the pharmacist/designated GP under supervision.

To help support practice prescribing budgets by on-going monitoring, audit and analysis of drug use and support practices in reviewing, developing and enhancing cost-effective prescribing. This includes staying aware of latest prescribing improvement targets.

To assist pharmacists / clinical staff help with annual medication reviews eg, Asthma assisting with information to ensure prescribing of most cost-effective formulary product and observing patients have good inhaler technique under supervision.

Conduct regular audits on medicines storage ensuring local and national guidelines are adhered to and issues are reported to the appropriate manager.

To ensure medicines in the surgery are checked and out of date stock is identified and disposed of in an appropriate and timely manner and disposed of according to SOPs.

To utilise resources to promote the reduction of medicines waste.

To conduct face to face & telephone interventions (as outlined by the pharmacist) with patients and ensure consultations are recorded and reported to the pharmacist or designated GP.

To complete prescribing audits to monitor and analyse individual practice/primary care network prescribing performance and trends against local and national targets, presenting information and data and identifying priority areas for action.

To support prescribing clerks by helping with queries relating to prescription requests.

To look for ways to improve efficiency and safety of the prescription ordering process, ensuring queries are resolved and scripts issued in line with timeframe in the practice procedure working with the practice pharmacist.

To support the pharmacist in implementing drug withdrawals and alerts e.g., MHRA alerts and medicine shortages.

To inspire the patient population with seasonal health information campaigns, creating displays throughout the year e.g., Stop Smoking, Antibiotic Awareness, annual Flu campaign.

To promote digital solutions including Patient Access, NHS App, Electronic Repeat Dispensing to patients and practice staff as required by Practice Manager.

Research & Audit:

To assist Pharmacy Technicians & General Practice Pharmacists in the completion of audits as required.

Training & Development:

To complete a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)-accredited course, GPhC-recognised qualification or a GPhC approved apprenticeship pathway. This will support eligibility to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician.

To study using online resources one day each week (or equivalent).

To commit to study at home where necessary.

To complete mandatory training and other statutory training at all workplaces.

To complete local competency-based assessments where necessary.

To ensure that you meet the minimum number of hours work based experience, as stated by the General Pharmaceutical Council, to enable you to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Job description Job responsibilities Community Pharmacy responsibilities: To work under the supervision of the Supervising Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician at all times. To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times. To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to Community Pharmacy services. This will involve a patient-facing role. To assist the Pharmacist in retrieving electronic prescriptions (EPS) as per SOPs. To receive prescriptions and ensure they are legal and valid and advise patients on completing the declaration. To use the Pharmacy computer system to record Patient Medication Records and create labels. To dispense prescriptions including FP10s & Private Prescriptions and monitored dosage systems (MDS) and confirm accuracy as per community / dispensing pharmacy SOPs. To issue prescriptions and counsel patients on how to use their medicines. To dispose of returned and unwanted medication as per SOPs. To record controlled drugs in the CD register and conduct controlled drug balance checks as per SOPs. To order, receive, store, and maintain stock as per SOPs. To support the community pharmacist with medicines reconciliation in accordance with protocols, highlighting discrepancies to ensure patients medication records are up to date and liaising with general practice to ensure the correct medicines are continued following transfer of care. To complete OTC sales and recommendations for common minor ailments under the supervision of a Pharmacist / trained Pharmacy staff. To support the Pharmacist to complete Medication Use Reviews (MURs), New Medicines Service (NMS) and Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS), Pharmacy First. To support the Pharmacist to complete commissioned enhanced services eg, stop smoking services and blood pressures under the supervision of Pharmacy Staff. To liaise with General Practice regarding prescription issues. General Practice responsibilities: To work under the supervision of the Pharmacy professional at all times and liaison with other Practice staff. To follow all workplace Standard Operating Procedures at all times To learn about Medicines Optimisation and how Pharmacy Technicians contribute to General Practice. This will involve working in General Practice in a patient facing role and with telephone contact. To use the surgery computer system to record information & consultations, run searches and send tasks to other healthcare professionals. To respond to prescription requests from community patients, nursing/care home staff, pharmacy staff and GPs, processing them with 48 hours for routine prescriptions and same day for urgent prescriptions. This can include re-routing prescriptions to out of hours pharmacies for same day delivery. To learn about and be involved with the use of practice templates to record patient monitoring for high-risk drugs. To learn about and be involved in monitoring blood tests, blood pressures, weight loss management,recalls and reviews using established protocols and involvement of the appropriate clinician. To review hospital discharge notifications/clinical letters and reconcile medication against current medications, highlighting discrepancies to the pharmacist/designated GP under supervision. To help support practice prescribing budgets by on-going monitoring, audit and analysis of drug use and support practices in reviewing, developing and enhancing cost-effective prescribing. This includes staying aware of latest prescribing improvement targets. To assist pharmacists / clinical staff help with annual medication reviews eg, Asthma assisting with information to ensure prescribing of most cost-effective formulary product and observing patients have good inhaler technique under supervision. Conduct regular audits on medicines storage ensuring local and national guidelines are adhered to and issues are reported to the appropriate manager. To ensure medicines in the surgery are checked and out of date stock is identified and disposed of in an appropriate and timely manner and disposed of according to SOPs. To utilise resources to promote the reduction of medicines waste. To conduct face to face & telephone interventions (as outlined by the pharmacist) with patients and ensure consultations are recorded and reported to the pharmacist or designated GP. To complete prescribing audits to monitor and analyse individual practice/primary care network prescribing performance and trends against local and national targets, presenting information and data and identifying priority areas for action. To support prescribing clerks by helping with queries relating to prescription requests. To look for ways to improve efficiency and safety of the prescription ordering process, ensuring queries are resolved and scripts issued in line with timeframe in the practice procedure working with the practice pharmacist. To support the pharmacist in implementing drug withdrawals and alerts e.g., MHRA alerts and medicine shortages. To inspire the patient population with seasonal health information campaigns, creating displays throughout the year e.g., Stop Smoking, Antibiotic Awareness, annual Flu campaign. To promote digital solutions including Patient Access, NHS App, Electronic Repeat Dispensing to patients and practice staff as required by Practice Manager. Research & Audit: To assist Pharmacy Technicians & General Practice Pharmacists in the completion of audits as required. Training & Development: To complete a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)-accredited course, GPhC-recognised qualification or a GPhC approved apprenticeship pathway. This will support eligibility to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician. To study using online resources one day each week (or equivalent). To commit to study at home where necessary. To complete mandatory training and other statutory training at all workplaces. To complete local competency-based assessments where necessary. To ensure that you meet the minimum number of hours work based experience, as stated by the General Pharmaceutical Council, to enable you to register as a qualified Pharmacy Technician.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You will require FOUR GCSE (or equivalent) passes (Grade A* - C / Level 9-4) in the following subjects:-
• Mathematics
• English Language
• Science
• One other

Desirable

• NVQ In Pharmacy Service Skill Level 2

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic IT Skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work to complete college/training provider deadlines
• Good written and oral skills
• Good team working skills
• Good numeracy skills
• Professional attitude, conscientious with the ability to empathise
• Self Motivate with commitment to the training
• Ability to complete the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accredited course/recognised qualification or apprenticeship pathway with Training Provider.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a dispensary in community or hospital or have experience of working in general practice.
• Customer service skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential You will require FOUR GCSE (or equivalent) passes (Grade A* - C / Level 9-4) in the following subjects:- Mathematics English Language Science One other Desirable NVQ In Pharmacy Service Skill Level 2 Experience Essential Ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy Basic IT Skills Ability to work to deadlines in a high-pressure environment Ability to work to complete college/training provider deadlines Good written and oral skills Good team working skills Good numeracy skills Professional attitude, conscientious with the ability to empathise Self Motivate with commitment to the training Ability to complete the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accredited course/recognised qualification or apprenticeship pathway with Training Provider. Desirable Previous experience in a dispensary in community or hospital or have experience of working in general practice. Customer service skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Thorpe Practice

Address

Owlthorpe Surgery

Moorthorpe Bank

Owlthorpe

Sheffield

S20 6PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.owlthorpesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Thorpe Practice

Address

Owlthorpe Surgery

Moorthorpe Bank

Owlthorpe

Sheffield

S20 6PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.owlthorpesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We have a fantastic opportunity at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust for an experienced pharmacist to oversee all clinical trials and lead our research and development.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to be the pharmacy lead for all clinical trials, provide pharmaceutical expertise to the Trust Research and Development Committee and be responsible for ensuring the clinical trial service provided by the pharmacy department complies with Good Clinical Practice and legislative requirements. Alongside this the successful candidate will lead the Research agenda within the Pharmacy Department.

You will need excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to organise and prioritise your work and that of others. You will have experience / familiarity working in clinical trials and enthusiasm to deliver a first class service.

Main duties of the job

Take professional responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive pharmacy clinical trial service to the Research and Development Committee within the Trust to ensure the accuracy, legality, safety and efficacy of IMP use through the appropriate planning and allocation of work including operational oversight of production based clinical trials.

Manage the production of relevant clinical trial procedures in accordance with the clinical trial protocols, good clinical practice and the European Clinical Trials Directive.

Liaise with the clinical trial representatives of the pharmaceutical industry, clinicians, trial coordinators and be the pharmacy specialist on the R&D committee to ensure that all trials are conducted in accordance with best practice standards.

Be responsible for ensuring that the clinical trial services in the pharmacy department are prepared in readiness for MHRA inspection.

Be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive training and education on medicine issues within the Clinical Trials services to members of the pharmacy service and the wider MDT.

Be a pioneer for research and development within the Pharmacy department.

Lead the Research and development agenda within the trust hospital pharmacy transformation programme reporting to senior management.

Provide expert clinical and service information to the pharmacy senior management team to support departmental operational service development and strategic planning.

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Job summary

The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer three exciting opportunities for rotational clinical pharmacists to join our pharmacy team: one permanent post and two 12-month fixed-term posts.Candidates are welcome to express a preference for either the permanent or fixed-term opportunities as part of their application. Please indicate your preferred contract type in your supporting statement.

o Have you recently registered as a Pharmacist?o Are you an experienced Pharmacist keen to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care within a hospital setting using electronic prescribing and patient record systems?o Are you looking to work in a supportive and educational environment?

The vacancies are open to candidates seeking either a Band 6 or Band 7 rotational clinical pharmacist role, with the starting band determined by individual experience, skills and demonstrated competencies.Newly qualified or recently registered pharmacists will typically commence at Band 6, with the opportunity to progress to Band 7 through a planned development and advancement pathway.

Pharmacists with relevant hospital experience and the appropriate skills and competencies may be appointed directly at Band 7.Whether you are starting your hospital pharmacy career or looking to build on your existing clinical experience, these opportunities offer the chance to develop within a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

This role offers a broad range of rotational clinical pharmacy experience across multiple specialties within the Trust, alongside opportunities to develop key non-clinical skills.

A flavour of your day to day

You will work in a direct, patient-facing role ensuring the safe and appropriate use of medicines across the Trust.

Through the structured rotation plan you will be exposed to, and work within, a number of clinical areas, including:

• Medical wards
• Surgical wards
• Admissions wards
• Medicines Information
• Aseptic Production
• Palliative care
• Antimicrobial stewardship
• Inpatient and outpatient dispensary

The department works on an extended hours, seven day pharmacy service on a rostered basis, as well as providing an on-call service out of hours, which you will be involved in.

We have a fully integrated electronic prescribing and medication record system known as e-Care (Cerner Millennium), which is supporting the pharmacy department to improve and monitor the care that we deliver.

Generally Monday - Friday 08:30-17:00, but will include late, on-call and weekend shifts on a rostered basis

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £56,515 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

179-8332089-C

Job locations

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view full job description attached for full details of role.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Job description Job responsibilities Please view full job description attached for full details of role. With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are. Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• M.Pharm/B Pharm/BSc Pharmacy.
• Registered with the GPhC.
• Post Graduate qualification in clinical Pharmacy or nearing completion, or demonstration of equivalent experience - Band 7 only

Desirable

• Membership of RPSGB.
• Independent Prescribing Qualification - Band 7 only

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Post-registration experience with substantial hospital experience -Band 7 only
• Experience in providing a pharmacy clinical service to patients in a range of specialities - Band 7 only
• Experience of delivering a high-quality clinical pharmacy service to a range of clinical specialities -Band 7 only
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working -Band 7 only
• Experience in providing pharmacy education & training, including mentorship - Band 7 only
• Experience of medicines management services to individual patients at the bedside- Band 7 only
• Evidence of on-going revalidation with the GPhC.-Band 7 only
• Specialised knowledge of the treatment of patients in a range of specialities - Band 7 only
• Knowledge of how the delivery of the clinical pharmacy service must meet the needs of local and national priorities Band 7 only
• Knowledge to teach higher-level clinical pharmacy practice. - Band 7 only
• Knowledge of pharmacy-based computer systems.
• Previous hospital/community pharmacy experience
• Knowledge of hospital pharmacy

Desirable

• Experience in the provision of pharmacy expertise to the clinical governance agenda
• Experience of managing or supervising other staff
• Experience of implementing and/or reviewing policies, guidelines, PGDs or equivalent
• Experience of objective setting for other members of staff
• Experience of change management
• Clinical ward experience
• Experience of patient counselling
• Experience of out of hours pharmacy service
• Experience of therapeutic drug monitoring

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of healthcare professionals and patients - Band 7 only
• Able to provide specialised advice on the use of medicines to treat patients within a specialist area -Band 7 only
• Able to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines - Band 7 only
• Able to prioritise and manage workload.- Band 7 only
• Able to demonstrate a specialised level of reasoning and judgment.- Band 7 only
• Able to undertake prescription review of complex medication regimes.- Band 7 only
• Able to apply evidence-based medicine to prescribed regimes and to balance the risks and benefits of prescribed treatments for the individual patient- Band 7 only
• Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.- Band 7 only
• Proficient computer skills- Band 7 only
• Expected to deal with members of the public and other health care workers in a professional manner
• Close liaison with co-workers in the department and throughout the trust is vital
• Expected to have a broad knowledge of pharmaceutical issues
• Evidence of self-motivated professional development
• Expected to participate in the out of hours rotas
• Able to have a flexible approach to working hours/duties
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Able to manage difficult or ambiguous situations
• Able to train and supervise staff
• Able to undertake analysis of incidents/complaints
• Ability to travel to all rural locations

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrates a professional attitude and understands professionalism.
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to work calmly and in an organised fashion in a busy environment.
• Demonstrates ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines.
• Approachable and supportive to peers and other staff.
• Good team member.
• Ability to work well on own initiative.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Ability to work to deadlines and achieve agreed objectives.
• Positive attitude towards personal/self-development

Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential M.Pharm/B Pharm/BSc Pharmacy. Registered with the GPhC. Post Graduate qualification in clinical Pharmacy or nearing completion, or demonstration of equivalent experience - Band 7 only Desirable Membership of RPSGB. Independent Prescribing Qualification - Band 7 only Experience & Knowledge Essential Post-registration experience with substantial hospital experience -Band 7 only Experience in providing a pharmacy clinical service to patients in a range of specialities - Band 7 only Experience of delivering a high-quality clinical pharmacy service to a range of clinical specialities -Band 7 only Experience of multidisciplinary team working -Band 7 only Experience in providing pharmacy education & training, including mentorship - Band 7 only Experience of medicines management services to individual patients at the bedside- Band 7 only Evidence of on-going revalidation with the GPhC.-Band 7 only Specialised knowledge of the treatment of patients in a range of specialities - Band 7 only Knowledge of how the delivery of the clinical pharmacy service must meet the needs of local and national priorities Band 7 only Knowledge to teach higher-level clinical pharmacy practice. - Band 7 only Knowledge of pharmacy-based computer systems. Previous hospital/community pharmacy experience Knowledge of hospital pharmacy Desirable Experience in the provision of pharmacy expertise to the clinical governance agenda Experience of managing or supervising other staff Experience of implementing and/or reviewing policies, guidelines, PGDs or equivalent Experience of objective setting for other members of staff Experience of change management Clinical ward experience Experience of patient counselling Experience of out of hours pharmacy service Experience of therapeutic drug monitoring Skills & Abilities Essential Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of healthcare professionals and patients - Band 7 only Able to provide specialised advice on the use of medicines to treat patients within a specialist area -Band 7 only Able to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines - Band 7 only Able to prioritise and manage workload.- Band 7 only Able to demonstrate a specialised level of reasoning and judgment.- Band 7 only Able to undertake prescription review of complex medication regimes.- Band 7 only Able to apply evidence-based medicine to prescribed regimes and to balance the risks and benefits of prescribed treatments for the individual patient- Band 7 only Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.- Band 7 only Proficient computer skills- Band 7 only Expected to deal with members of the public and other health care workers in a professional manner Close liaison with co-workers in the department and throughout the trust is vital Expected to have a broad knowledge of pharmaceutical issues Evidence of self-motivated professional development Expected to participate in the out of hours rotas Able to have a flexible approach to working hours/duties Attention to detail Desirable Able to manage difficult or ambiguous situations Able to train and supervise staff Able to undertake analysis of incidents/complaints Ability to travel to all rural locations Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrates a professional attitude and understands professionalism. Good communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to work calmly and in an organised fashion in a busy environment. Demonstrates ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines. Approachable and supportive to peers and other staff. Good team member. Ability to work well on own initiative. Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and patients. Ability to work to deadlines and achieve agreed objectives. Positive attitude towards personal/self-development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Band 7 - Lead Pharmacy Technician - Digital Medicines, Medicines Safety and Governance Are you an ambitious, forward-thinking pharmacy technician with a passion for digital innovation, medicines optimisation and improving patient care? We have an exciting opportunity to lead the implementation, delivery and optimisation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) across the Trust, transforming how patients access their medicines while improving efficiency and financial sustainability. We are looking for an enthusiastic, GPhC-registered pharmacy technician with experience in hospital pharmacy, digital systems and service improvement. Someone who enjoys leading change, working collaboratively and turning ideas into practical improvements.

This is more than a job opportunity. It is your chance to lead meaningful change, influence how medicines are delivered and help shape the future of pharmacy at Royal Berkshire.

Main duties of the job

You will play a key role in:

• EPS transformation: Leading the rollout and optimisation of EPS, redesigning prescribing and medicines supply pathways.
• Formulary and medicines optimisation: Supporting digital formulary development and promoting safe, effective and cost-efficient prescribing.
• Financial sustainability: Using prescribing data to identify efficiencies, deliver savings and demonstrate the benefits of EPS.
• Medicines safety: Supporting medicines governance, incident learning and controlled drugs assurance.
• Digital innovation: Supporting the future integration of EPS with Cerner and wider digital pharmacy developments.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-8354831NCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As our Lead Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in delivering the Trust-wide implementation and ongoing development of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS), helping us improve patient access to medicines, streamline prescribing pathways and deliver safer, more efficient services.

Working closely with our Pharmacy Clinical Informatics Team, clinical pharmacy colleagues and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will lead EPS implementation, support system optimisation and training, and help us realise the benefits of digital transformation for our patients and staff.

You will also work closely with our Medicines Safety Pharmacist and Medication Safety Officer, supporting the delivery of our medicines safety priorities. This will include reviewing and analysing medicines-related incidents reported through Datix, identifying trends and opportunities for learning, coordinating audits and supporting improvement initiatives.

A further part of your role will involve supporting controlled drugs governance across our wards and clinical areas, coordinating audits, monitoring compliance and working with clinical teams to address identified risks and improve practice.

This is a varied role that brings together digital transformation, medicines safety, governance and quality improvement, offering the opportunity to work across different clinical services and make a meaningful contribution to patient care.

Want to find out more before applying? Contact Melanie Richards - [email protected] to arrange an informal conversation with the team.

If you have the ambition, ideas and drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our transformation journey!

Job description Job responsibilities As our Lead Pharmacy Technician, you will play a key role in delivering the Trust-wide implementation and ongoing development of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS), helping us improve patient access to medicines, streamline prescribing pathways and deliver safer, more efficient services. Working closely with our Pharmacy Clinical Informatics Team, clinical pharmacy colleagues and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will lead EPS implementation, support system optimisation and training, and help us realise the benefits of digital transformation for our patients and staff. You will also work closely with our Medicines Safety Pharmacist and Medication Safety Officer, supporting the delivery of our medicines safety priorities. This will include reviewing and analysing medicines-related incidents reported through Datix, identifying trends and opportunities for learning, coordinating audits and supporting improvement initiatives. A further part of your role will involve supporting controlled drugs governance across our wards and clinical areas, coordinating audits, monitoring compliance and working with clinical teams to address identified risks and improve practice. This is a varied role that brings together digital transformation, medicines safety, governance and quality improvement, offering the opportunity to work across different clinical services and make a meaningful contribution to patient care. Want to find out more before applying? Contact Melanie Richards - [email protected] to arrange an informal conversation with the team. If you have the ambition, ideas and drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our transformation journey!

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & training

Essential

• Registered as a pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) (A) oBTEC level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent (A)
• oBTEC level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent

Desirable

• ILM3 or equivalent leadership/management qualification
• Practice Supervisor Train the Trainer or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience within hospital pharmacy
• Experience of working with electronic prescribing or digital medicines systems, including supporting implementation, testing or service optimisation.
• Experience of coordinating or undertaking clinical audits, service evaluations or quality improvement activities.
• Experience of delivering training, providing guidance and supporting colleagues in the implementation of new systems or processes.
• Experience of managing competing priorities, coordinating activities and delivering agreed outcomes within required timescales.

Desirable

• Experience of leading a digital implementation project.

Skills, knowledge & abilities

Essential

• Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work across multiple services.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify trends and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Ability to develop and deliver training, guidance and supporting materials for different professional groups. (A/I
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and influence colleagues across professional and organisational boundaries.

Desirable

• Understanding of NHS medicines funding, prescribing costs and the Drug Tariff.
• Experience of using performance dashboards and reporting tools.

Person Specification Education, qualifications & training Essential Registered as a pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) (A) oBTEC level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent (A) oBTEC level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians or equivalent Desirable ILM3 or equivalent leadership/management qualification Practice Supervisor Train the Trainer or equivalent qualification Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience within hospital pharmacy Experience of working with electronic prescribing or digital medicines systems, including supporting implementation, testing or service optimisation. Experience of coordinating or undertaking clinical audits, service evaluations or quality improvement activities. Experience of delivering training, providing guidance and supporting colleagues in the implementation of new systems or processes. Experience of managing competing priorities, coordinating activities and delivering agreed outcomes within required timescales. Desirable Experience of leading a digital implementation project. Skills, knowledge & abilities Essential Excellent organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work across multiple services. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify trends and translate findings into practical recommendations. Ability to develop and deliver training, guidance and supporting materials for different professional groups. (A/I Ability to establish effective working relationships and influence colleagues across professional and organisational boundaries. Desirable Understanding of NHS medicines funding, prescribing costs and the Drug Tariff. Experience of using performance dashboards and reporting tools.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The pharmacy department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is nationally recognised as an exemplar service. The team is a highly skilled and dedicated group of professionals committed to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care to patients with acute and chronic conditions. The team fosters a collaborative, inclusive and supportive atmosphere, where pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy support workers work closely and collaboratively with each other and the wider MDT to optimise medication usage and improve clinical outcomes. Our vision is making it easy for people to get the most from their medicines and our work ethic is one of excellence, innovation and compassion in delivering the highest quality care. Leeds Teaching Hospitals offers fantastic opportunities for professional development, research involvement and career progression, with a culture that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Being part of this team means joining a forward thinking, dynamic and highly respected pharmacy service.

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Leeds Teaching Hospitals pharmacy department as an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist, in Vascular Surgery and Diabetes. This established post, part of the Adult pharmacy team based at Leeds General Infirmary (with cross site networking), is well integrated into the vascular MDT and provides leadership for the vascular pharmacy service for both inpatients and outpatients from Leeds and Mid-Yorkshire. Working alongside medical staff, nursing teams, advanced practitioners and national experts you will deliver high-quality, patient centred care to complex vascular, major arterial and trauma patents. You will work closely with other specialist teams including diabetes and the diabetes nurse specialists, microbiology, acute pain, lipid clinic, anticoagulation and renal. Collaboration with pharmacy colleagues in same team responsible for other clinical specialities - Cardiology, Neurosciences and Trauma Related Services - provides mutual support and shared expertise. The role offers numerous education & training opportunities include supervision and training of trainee pharmacists and junior rotational pharmacists, teaching medical and other MDT staff. You will promote evidence-based, safe and cost-effective use of medicines by working collaboratively with the MDT on the vascular surgery ward.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven team player to join the rapidly growing pharmacy team at the James Cook University Hospital.

You will be working within the busy pharmacy dispensary team assisting in the provision of an effective and timely service to the patients and staff of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust under the leadership of the Senior Pharmacy Technician for Dispensary.

Main duties of the job

The role consists of supporting with running of the pharmacy dispensary including covering reception, using the pharmacy tracking system, packaging medication ready for deliveries, putting away stocks into the pharmacy robot and medication shelves, filing prescriptions and paperwork, expiry date checking, and other general housekeeping duties.

Core working hours are Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00 with weekend working on a rota basis 1 in 5, and late night shift (9am-5.30pm) on a rota basis 1 in 10

Please note this post will close at sufficient applicants.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Job summary

Maternity Cover for 6 months.

Are you a trained Pharmacy Technician looking to join a friendly and welcoming team? We have a vacancy at Flansham Park Health Centre on a fixed term contract for 6 months as maternity cover for the current postholder.

Main duties of the job

The Pharmacy Technician is an integral part of the general practice team, working within their professional boundaries.

This role will work under the supervision of the Senior Partner to ensure the safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to patients.

The Pharmacy Technician will provide technical and administrative support to the clinicians.

The Pharmacy Technician will support the practice clinical teams with queries regarding medication from patients.

The Pharmacy Technician will complete audits regarding patient safety in the prescribing of medication and present the information for sharing with the clinical team.

The Pharmacy Technician supports public health and screening programmes including immunisations and vaccination programmes whilst participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

About us

Flansham Park Health Centre is a training Practice with 5 dedicated GP Partners and 2 Salaried GP's and 2 Retained GPs, supported by a team of highly professional clinical and non-clinical staff to provide the highest possible standard of care to over 13,200 patients.

Applicants who are patients of Flansham Park Health Centre:

Flansham Park Health Centreconsiders that employing staff who are patients of the practice has significant disadvantages both to the patient and to the practice. Please note therefore that if your application is successful, you will be required to register elsewhere.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore suggest that you apply at an early stage to avoid disappointment.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£18.49 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A5196-26-0007

Job locations

109 Flansham Park

Felpham

Bognor Regis

West Sussex

PO22 6DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician in delivering health services:

• Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patients
• Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing
• Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety audits
• Support the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced services
• Work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastage
• Support practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and Clinical Pharmacists to review the more clinically complex request
• Support medicines optimisation systems with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing electronic prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicines
• Provide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription Service
• Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health
• Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
• Handle prescription queries and requests directly
• Be an integral part of the general practice team
• Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems
• Participate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols / guidelines and procedures locally
• Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements
• Support in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss events
• Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
• Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance
• Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed
• Contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics)
• Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician in delivering health services: Support medication reviews and medicines reconciliation for new care home patientsSupport initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribingAssist in the delivery of medicines optimisation and management incentive schemes and patient safety auditsSupport the implementation of national prescribing policies and guidance within GP practices, care homes and other primary care settings. This will be achieved through undertaking clinical audits (e.g., use of antibiotics), supporting quality improvement measures and contributing to the Quality and Outcomes Framework and enhanced servicesWork with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation, including implementing efficient ordering and return processes, and reducing wastageSupport practice reception teams in sorting and streaming general prescription requests, so as to allow GPs and Clinical Pharmacists to review the more clinically complex requestSupport medicines optimisation systems with a range of services to get the best value from medicines by encouraging and implementing electronic prescriptions, safe repeat prescribing systems, and timely monitoring and management of high-risk medicinesProvide training and support on the legal, safe and secure handling of medicines, including the implementation of the Electronic Prescription ServiceDevelop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental healthBe aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding ChildrenHandle prescription queries and requests directlyBe an integral part of the general practice teamDemonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problemsParticipate in clinical audits and research projects and implements changes as required, including supporting with the development, and updating of practice protocols / guidelines and procedures locallySupport in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirementsSupport in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through incidents and near-miss eventsUndertake all mandatory training and induction programmesContribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governanceAttend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreedContribute to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics)Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Confirmation of registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Meets the specific qualification and training requirements as specified by the GPhC criteria to register as a Pharmacy Technician. Training requirements are currently in transition and further information is available at GPhC
• Enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway. For example, the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) or Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH)

Experience

Essential

• Is working under appropriate clinical supervision to ensure safe, effective and efficient use of medicines

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care setting
• Understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services
• An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

Desirable

• Good clinical system IT knowledge
• Broad knowledge of clinical governance
• Problem solving and analytical skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional policies/ procedures and codes of conduct
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures
• Clear, polite telephone manner

Desirable

• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• Knowledge of IT systems including the ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• Effectively utilise resources

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Confirmation of registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Meets the specific qualification and training requirements as specified by the GPhC criteria to register as a Pharmacy Technician. Training requirements are currently in transition and further information is available at GPhC Enrolled in, undertaking or qualified from, an approved training pathway. For example, the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) or Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH) Experience Essential Is working under appropriate clinical supervision to ensure safe, effective and efficient use of medicines Desirable Experience of working in a primary care setting Understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to communicate information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure Ability to record accurate clinical notes Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Desirable Good clinical system IT knowledge Broad knowledge of clinical governance Problem solving and analytical skills Personal Qualities Essential Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional policies/ procedures and codes of conduct Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Good organisational skills Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Commitment to ongoing professional development Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures Clear, polite telephone manner Desirable Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure Knowledge of IT systems including the ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Effectively utilise resources

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Flansham Park Health Centre

Address

109 Flansham Park

Felpham

Bognor Regis

West Sussex

PO22 6DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.flanshampark.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Flansham Park Health Centre

Address

109 Flansham Park

Felpham

Bognor Regis

West Sussex

PO22 6DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.flanshampark.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated registered Pharmacy Technician to join our successful team and contribute towards developing our services. The successful applicant will share our vision and be committed to our values and goals for the delivery of the best care to our patients. If you would like to work for an organisation that ensures excellence in patient care is achievable, then we would like to hear from you.

Whether you are an experienced or newly qualified technician, we can offer further development and training to extend your role in improving patient care.

Applicants should hold Level 3 BTEC / NVQ Pharmacy Services certificate or equivalent, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician. (At the time of applying Pre-registration pharmacy technicians need to be due to qualify /register in four months or less)

Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy department as a qualified technician or as a student technician is desirable although applications from qualified pharmacy technicians working in the community sector are welcome.

The role involves providing ward-based medicines management services to wards within West Park Hospital and accuracy checking in the dispensary.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide technical aspects of the pharmacy medicines management and medicines optimisation services, working at West Park Hospital in Darlington.

You will work with the other pharmacy colleagues, in the dispensary and wards, to provide patients with an accurate and timely supply of medication from admission through to discharge.

You should be able to competently clinically check an array of medication from a variety of order forms.

You will be responsible for a range of technical duties in the dispensary to aid in the smooth and efficient running of the department and will assist the Clinical Pharmacists and Senior Pharmacy Technicians in the provision of a ward-based medicines optimisation service.

You will deliver the technical clinical pharmacy service and promote medicines optimisation across a variety of specialities under the direction of the Lead Pharmacy Technician, whilst always promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job summary

Alton Street Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our friendly and supportive practice. We are a CQC outstanding rated, forward-thinking practice, continually investing in our future. We are committed to delivering high quality care to our 11,700 registered patients.

The post holder will work within the multi-disciplinary / Pharmacy team, in a patient-facing role including face to face and telephone consultations, supporting long-term conditions effectively through structured medication reviews.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an integral part of the general practice team. They will work to optimise medication issues to improve patient care and safety, and support clinical staff in the management of patients.

The post holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management, provide face to face structured medication reviews, manage long term conditions, management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation, acute prescription request, while addressing the healthcare needs of our patient population.

As part of their employment, the post holder will have qualifications from an accredited training pathway, including independent prescribing, equipping the Clinical Pharmacist to be able to practise and prescribe safely and effectively in a primary care setting.

About us

Alton Street Surgery is well established and has a very good reputation for patient care and accessibility. In 2018 the surgery received a rating of Outstanding from the CQC. The practice provides care to approximately 11,700 patients in Ross-on-Wye and surrounding rural areas.

We have a young and enthusiastic Partnership who are family friendly and who encourage a strong team ethos within the surgery. It is very important to the partners that this is maintained and developed. Learning is important in the organisation, and the partners encourage the development of staff.

The practice has the support of a large clinical team which includes allied health professionals such as ACPs, Clinical Pharmacists and an experienced nursing and HCA team. We have a Patient Services Team who actively manage workflow optimisation, signposting, and pathology delegation, helping to reduce some of the administrative burdens.

We are a training practice (with 3 GP trainers) that also provides medical cover to the local 32 bed community hospital opposite the practice, and an active member of the South and West Herefordshire Primary Care Network.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A3737-26-0007

Job locations

Alton Street Surgery

Alton Street

Ross-on-wye

Herefordshire

HR9 5AB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

A Clinical Pharmacist in a general practice organisation has the following key responsibilities in relation to delivering health services.

1. Be a prescriber and work with and alongside the general practice team

2. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines

3. Undertake clinical structured medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations to the GP on prescribing and monitoring.

4. Proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy, especially the elderly, people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities and people with learning disabilities or autism.

5. Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address the public health care needs and to help address health inequalities

6. Provide leadership on person-centred medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, whilst contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services

7. Through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care

8. Have a leadership role in supporting further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload

9. Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists where required.

10. To act as the point of contact for all medicine related matters, establishing positive working relationships

11. To consult patients within defined levels of competence and independently prescribe acute and repeat medication

12. To receive referrals and directed patients from triage services and other clinicians

13. To receive and resolve medicines queries from patients and staff

14. To manage a therapeutic drug monitoring system and the recall of patients taking high risk drugs, i.e., anticoagulants, anticonvulsants and DMARDs etc.

15. To provide pharmaceutical consultations as required, being an integral part of the multidisciplinary team

16. To review medications for newly registered patients

17. To support patients with confidence and compliance with their medication

18. To encourage cost-effective prescribing throughout the Practice

19. To produce and implement a Practice repeat prescribing policy

20. To provide advice and answer medication related queries from patients and staff

21. To organise and oversee the organisations medicines optimisation systems including the repeat prescribing and medication review systems

22. To improve the quality and effectiveness of prescribing through clinical audit and education to improve performance against NICE standards and clinical and prescribing guidance.

23. To develop yourself and the role through participation in clinical supervision, training and service redesign activities

24. To ensure appropriate supervision of safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. To apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines

25. To review the latest guidance ensuring the organisation conforms to NICE, CQC etc.

26. To provide targeted support and proactive reviews for vulnerable, complex patients and those at risk of admission and re-admission to secondary care

27. To provide proactive leadership on medicines and prescribing systems to the Practice and patient population

28. To support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the Practice

29. Involvement in any necessary learning brought about through clinical incidents and near-miss events

30. To undertake all mandatory training as required

31. To contribute to clinical governance

32. To contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., COVID-19 or flu clinics) through advice or direct care

Job description Job responsibilities PRIMARY KEY RESPONSIBLITIESA Clinical Pharmacist in a general practice organisation has the following key responsibilities in relation to delivering health services. 1. Be a prescriber and work with and alongside the general practice team 2. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role to clinically assess and treat patients using their expert knowledge of medicines3. Undertake clinical structured medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations to the GP on prescribing and monitoring. 4. Proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy, especially the elderly, people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities and people with learning disabilities or autism.5. Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address the public health care needs and to help address health inequalities6. Provide leadership on person-centred medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the practice conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement, whilst contributing to the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services7. Through structured medication reviews, support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care8. Have a leadership role in supporting further integration of general practice with the wider healthcare teams (including community and hospital pharmacy) to help improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage general practice workload 9. Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, clinical research with medicines, liaison with specialist pharmacists where required.10. To act as the point of contact for all medicine related matters, establishing positive working relationships11. To consult patients within defined levels of competence and independently prescribe acute and repeat medication12. To receive referrals and directed patients from triage services and other clinicians13. To receive and resolve medicines queries from patients and staff14. To manage a therapeutic drug monitoring system and the recall of patients taking high risk drugs, i.e., anticoagulants, anticonvulsants and DMARDs etc. 15. To provide pharmaceutical consultations as required, being an integral part of the multidisciplinary team16. To review medications for newly registered patients17. To support patients with confidence and compliance with their medication18. To encourage cost-effective prescribing throughout the Practice19. To produce and implement a Practice repeat prescribing policy20. To provide advice and answer medication related queries from patients and staff21. To organise and oversee the organisations medicines optimisation systems including the repeat prescribing and medication review systems22. To improve the quality and effectiveness of prescribing through clinical audit and education to improve performance against NICE standards and clinical and prescribing guidance.23. To develop yourself and the role through participation in clinical supervision, training and service redesign activities24. To ensure appropriate supervision of safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs. To apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines25. To review the latest guidance ensuring the organisation conforms to NICE, CQC etc.26. To provide targeted support and proactive reviews for vulnerable, complex patients and those at risk of admission and re-admission to secondary care 27. To provide proactive leadership on medicines and prescribing systems to the Practice and patient population28. To support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the Practice29. Involvement in any necessary learning brought about through clinical incidents and near-miss events30. To undertake all mandatory training as required31. To contribute to clinical governance 32. To contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., COVID-19 or flu clinics) through advice or direct care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy
• Hold GPhC independent prescribing qualification
• Registration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Desirable

• Post-graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
• Successful completion of the CPPE Clinical Pharmacist training pathways

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion and sensitivity
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Flexible and cooperative
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of and ability to work to Practice Policies and Procedures

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, negotiation and organisational skills
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• Clear, polite telephone manner

Desirable

• Ability to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine
• optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions
• Good clinical system IT knowledge of EMIS/Docman/AccuRx

Experience

Essential

• Qualified pharmacist demonstrably established as practicing at an advanced level, demonstrated within a practice portfolio
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
• Experience and an awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice
• An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationships between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners

Desirable

• Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Completion of an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy Hold GPhC independent prescribing qualification Registration with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Desirable Post-graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Successful completion of the CPPE Clinical Pharmacist training pathways Personal Attributes Essential Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct Ability to use own initiative, discretion and sensitivity Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Flexible and cooperative Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Problem solving and analytical skills Knowledge of and ability to work to Practice Policies and Procedures Skills Essential Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with people at all levels by telephone, email and face to face Excellent interpersonal, influencing, negotiation and organisational skills Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters Effective time management (planning and organising) Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure Clear, polite telephone manner Desirable Ability to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions Good clinical system IT knowledge of EMIS/Docman/AccuRx Experience Essential Qualified pharmacist demonstrably established as practicing at an advanced level, demonstrated within a practice portfolio An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing Experience and an awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice An appreciation of the new NHS landscape including the relationships between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners Desirable Experience in managing pharmacy services in primary care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Alton Street Surgery

Address

Alton Street Surgery

Alton Street

Ross-on-wye

Herefordshire

HR9 5AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.altonstreet.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Alton Street Surgery

Address

Alton Street Surgery

Alton Street

Ross-on-wye

Herefordshire

HR9 5AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.altonstreet.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you methodical? Do you pride yourself on your attention to detail and accuracy? Are you Patient focused. Then this may be the new career for you!

Working in Aseptic Services is a vocation. It is technical, detailed, sometimes repetitive but the learning never ends.

We provide a range of injectable medicines e.g Chemotherapy and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) for patients and clinical trials, using isolator cabinets in a cleanroom environment.

Working as part of a team, once trained you would be responsible for making a range of medicines using a range of aseptic manipulations and using needles and syringes.

Working under supervision you also will rotate through other areas of the department so you need to be able to follow procedures precisely and be able to document things clearly and concisely.

No experience is necessary for the band 2 position as comprehensive training will be given.

This position offers progression from Band 2 to Band 3 after completion of training and qualification.

Only candidates with suitable experience and NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services/SMPO or accepted equivalent may apply for the Band 3 position.

IMPORTANT: Candidates who fail to supply a detailed supporting statement specifying how their skills and experience match the person specification contained in the job description will not be invited for interview.

Main duties of the job

To aseptically prepare products for patient administration. You will wear clean room clothing and be trained to work following strict clean room behaviours.

You will assemble trays containing consumables and pharmaceutical ingredients for 1st stage checks, therefore must be able to document information clearly and accurately.

You will perform transfer sanitisation using sterile agents e.g. isopropyl alcohol and other disinfectant agents and be responsible for cleaning equipment and areas of work to the highest standards on a regular basis.

Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack (opens in existing window)

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Doncaster, a category B Prison located in Doncaster.

15 hours per week working across 2 full days, flexible on days. No weekends.

Salary

This position is part time, youll receive an annual salary up to £23,182.00 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacist, your responsibilities will vary. You will;

• Provide expert clinical advice on medicines and poly-pharmacy in line with expected standards, ensuring that safe, modern, medicines management and medicines optimisation service are provided to patients.
• Deliver an integrated, safe, legal and high quality prison pharmacy service, which will be part of a comprehensive healthcare package based on the prison population needs.
• Inspire positive and aspirational leadership to the team of pharmacy technicians and the wider healthcare team in order to create and maintain a good working environment and facilitate staff retention.
• Promote good practice in all prescribing decisions to develop and implement improved medicines management understanding throughout the prison healthcare team.
• Share information relating to pharmaceutical products, medicines management, medicines optimisation, medicines legislation and general health education so that patients and the healthcare teams are appropriately informed

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Qualifications required:

• GPhC Registered Pharmacist.
• Available to newly qualified pharmacists and beyond.
• Management and leadership experience (desirable).
• Procurement and audit experience (desirable).
• Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy including pre-registration training
• Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team at HMP Millsike, a Category C men's prison, located in Full Sutton near York.

HMP Millsike is a newly built prison with an operational capacity of 1500 places. As part of the governments drive to cut reoffending prisoners spend their sentences learning the skills they need to find work on release.

You will be part of a new Pharmacy Team, including Pharmacists, a Pharmacy Manager and Accuracy Checking Technicians.

Week 1: 3 long days/ 6.45am-7.15pm

Week 2: 2 long days/ 6.45am-7.15pm

Youll receive an annual salary up to £41,659 per annum - depending on experience.

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Assist with the provision and delivery of an integrated, safe, legal, high-quality prison pharmaceutical service, taking into consideration, at all times, the need to maintain a high level of security.
• Hold direct patient contact, which will be part be of a comprehensive healthcare package, based on the prison services needs
• Share Information relating to pharmaceutical products, medicines management, drug regimes, medicines
• Make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
• Gym membership
• Free parking

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Requirements

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job summary

• The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a primary care setting.

• The post holder will work directly with patients to provide structured medication reviews and optimisation for a variety of patients including (but not limited to); those on multiple medications, patients with hypertension, COPD, asthma, frailty and learning disabilities. Through structured medication reviews they will support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care.

• The post holder will provide primary support to general practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescriptions system, deal with acute prescription request queries, and medicines reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice for both patients and the healthcare team within the practice.

• The post holder will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services.

• The post holder will assist with shared working with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload.

• The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.

Main duties of the job

Patient facing clinical medication review

Patient facing domiciliary clinical medication reviews

Enhanced Health in Care Homes support

Patient facing medicines support

Telephone medicines support,Medicine information to practice staff and patients

Anticipatory Care

Management of medicines at discharge from hospital and outpatient clinic medicines related recommendations

Repeat prescribing

Clinical areas

Information management

Medicines Quality

Improvement

programmes

Medicines safety

Implementation of local and national

guidelines and formulary

recommendations

Education and Training

About us

The SEOxHA Network delivers health and wellbeing services to a population of 33,000. The local community is a rich blend of cultures and diverse backgrounds.

This is a unique opportunity to develop the role within the Primary Care Network (PCN) and work with other team members to develop the PCN as a whole.

There are clinical pharmacists and a pharmacy technician, social prescribing link workers, and learning disability & care home patient coordinators in the PCN.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BANK Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

• Training development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

BANK Hours:

• Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends - 8am - 5.30pm

BANK Hourly rate:

• Weekdays - £22.48
• Weekends - £24.39
• Bank Holidays - £29.26

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Pharmacy Technician, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding quality based patient centred care to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Focussing on providing a safe and secure medicines management service, ensuring patient medical records are maintained to the agreed standard at all times and ensuring standard operating procedures are followed to a high and orderly standard.
• Deliver non-judgemental care within the scope of professional standards. Involving anything from the timely administration of medicines through to analysing cost effective prescribing as defined through our unique health in justice medicines policy.
• You will make a real difference by working as a key member of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• NVQ Level 3, or above, BTEC or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up to date with Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Relevant post-qualification pharmacy experience
• General GCSE education or equivalent
• Able to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

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Job summary

We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our our well-established, friendly team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who provide clinical support to mental health units, community hospitals and community teams across Hampshire. This role is for 30 hrs per week.

The post is based at The Orchards Mental Health Unit at St James Hospital in Portsmouth and the successful applicant will provide regular clinical pharmacist support here and at the OPMH inpatient wards in Gosport War Memorial Hospital. You will also work closely with the East Region (Porstmouth and South East) pharmacy team to provide clinical cover to Older Persons Mental Health and community rehabilitation wards.

As part of the role you will be able to gain experience in other specialities such as Learning Disabilities, CAMHS, adult, LD and CAMHS forensic services and End of Life.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the clinical service is of high quality and patient focused, help to identify gaps and problem areas in the service and use appropriate methods including quality improvement. The post holder will deliver an efficient, high quality, professional and well-coordinated clinical pharmacy service. This will include the provision of prescribing advice to medical teams and medicines management to the multidisciplinary teams and patients at ward/clinic level.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:

Ana Alves, Lead Pharmacist - East Region

Main duties of the job

Your work will focus on enhancing patient safety in medicines practice including medicines reconciliation, providing clinical professional advice to prescribers as part of a multi-disciplinary team, discharge planning, clinical audit, and teaching.

Key areas of practice will be to:

Utilise pharmaceutical expertise, working in partnership with patients, carers and healthcare professionals to minimise medicines-related harm and facilitating medicines optimisation.

Provide clinical pharmacy advice and participate in the pharmaceutical services to the East Region (Porstmouth and South East).

Monitor drug usage and promote cost effective prescribing.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

An opportunity to join the North CNTW Pharmacy Team as an Advanced pharmacist practitioner delivering pharmacy services with Community Treatment Teams in Ashington and Blyth.

This is a rewarding role where pharmacy expertise is highly valued within supportive multidisciplinary teams. Alongside community-based clinical responsibilities, the post holder will be work as part of the wider pharmacy team to contribute to wider services, including duty pharmacist sessions at St George's and St Nicholas hospital, clinical supervision, education and service development activities.

The successful applicant will lead and deliver high-quality, patient-centred clinical pharmacy services, supporting service users with complex mental health needs and working collaboratively with carers, primary care colleagues and multidisciplinary teams. Playing a key role in optimising medicines use, developing services, and ensuring care is delivered in line with professional standards, legislation and best practice.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading specialist clinical pharmacy services within designated community mental health teams.
• Prescribing, reviewing and monitoring medicines to optimise treatment outcomes.
• Designing and implementing individualised pharmacological treatment plans.
• Providing expert medicines advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Supporting safe prescribing practices and medicines optimisation.
• Ensuring robust medicines management and governance systems are maintained
• Facilitating effective communication and transfer of care between secondary and primary care services.
• Supporting the implementation of Shared Care Guidelines.
• Contributing to clinical supervision, education and training.
• Participating in dispensary and duty pharmacist services as required.
• On call duties on a rota basis
• Working flexibly across pharmacy services to meet the needs of service users and the Trust.

You will be a visible role model within the department, demonstrating professional leadership, sound clinical judgement and a commitment professional development and delivering outstanding patient-centred care.

Our pharmacy team is passionate about innovation, professional development and delivering exceptional care. Find out more by watching ourteam videoor viewing ourPharmacy Department brochure.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

The North East of England and Cumbria boasts some of Britain's most beautiful scenery, coastline and national parks. It offers affordable house prices, good connectivity and train links with some major cities. It can offer a fantastic quality of life and working for our Trust promotes a great work life balance. We have bases in many beautiful places which can give our staff the opportunity to explore some of these surrounding areas.

The Trust may also offer financial support for successful candidates who need to relocate.

As a department, we are committed to developing and supporting our staff to achieve the maximum they can from their career, whilst delivering outstanding patient centred care.

To find out more about our department and see what our team has to say you can watch our YouTube video https://youtu.be/JgVFF1jMsuY or view our departments brochure Pharmacy_Brochure_2026_updated.pdf

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

263-SS26-065-AB

Job locations

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants must be registered with GPHC

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 20th October 2026

Closing date : 10thNovember 2026

We welcome your application

Job description Job responsibilities Applicants must be registered with GPHC Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 20th October 2026 Closing date : 10thNovember 2026 We welcome your application

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy
• Registration as a Pharmacist with GPhC
• Postgraduate clinical qualification Or Evidence of portfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculum
• Qualified Pharmacist prescriber registered with the GPhC or working towards this qualification

Desirable

• Experienced Prescriber

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to CPD as a minimum to meet mandatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up-to-date knowledge/ experience of relevant legislation
• Experience within NHS pharmacy practice
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiatives

Desirable

• Human resources management

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of a high level of professional organisation
• Ability to adapt within a changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Excellent planning, prioritisation and time management skills

Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy Registration as a Pharmacist with GPhC Postgraduate clinical qualification Or Evidence of portfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculum Qualified Pharmacist prescriber registered with the GPhC or working towards this qualification Desirable Experienced Prescriber Knowledge and Experience Essential Evidence of commitment to CPD as a minimum to meet mandatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council Up-to-date knowledge/ experience of relevant legislation Experience within NHS pharmacy practice Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiatives Desirable Human resources management Skills and Competencies Essential Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills Evidence of a high level of professional organisation Ability to adapt within a changing environment Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management Good conflict resolution skills Excellent planning, prioritisation and time management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Park Hospital

Morpeth

NE61 2NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team, working at Desford Medical Centre. Whilst this is a fixed term position, it is going to cover 2 separate periods of maternity leave, with a provisional 18 month duration, but potentially extending to 21 months.

The FTE salary for this position is

• In probation - £53,625.31
• After probation - £54,697.82
• First annual appraisal - £55,791.55

This will be pro rata accordingly.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting with the safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. The role will involve providing structured medication reviews, supporting patients with long-term conditions, undertaking medicines reconciliation and working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to optimise patient care.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are able to work autonomously whilst also building strong relationships with practice teams and patients. Experience of working within Primary Care, General Practice or a patient-facing clinical role would be advantageous.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest, it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore encourage applications at an early stage to avoid disappointment.

• NHS Pension
• Eyecare Scheme
• Funded CPD Days (where appropriate)
• NHS Staff Discount Scheme
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata), increasing with length of service
• Sick Pay

Main duties of the job

To participate in the provision of a Clinical Pharmacy Service to our member GP Practices defined within the Primary Care Network geographical location.

The Clinical Pharmacist will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management and it is expected that the following will be undertaken -

Adhering to local prescribing formulary and undertaking cost-effective prescribing including Medication optimisation.

Undertake holistic structured medication reviews reducing inappropriate polypharmacy where appropriate.

Manage long term conditions.

Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.

Manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation.

Acute prescription requests.

Contribute to reductions in medicine related hospital admissions and readmissions by supporting patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines.

Identifying and addressing medicines related issues while addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP practice(s) that make up the PCN.

Complete audits as per the needs of the Practice or PCN

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within general practice.

About us

Hinckley and Bosworth Medical Alliance Ltd are a growing Federation, supporting Bosworth, Fosseway and Hinckley Central Primary Care Networks.

As an organisation, we currently have over 40 ARRS members of staff, of varying clinical grades.

Our pharmacist is the largest team, sitting at a team of 18 in total.

All of our pharmacists are supported to complete their CPPE, if not already completed, and we are incredibly proud to have say that all of our pharmacists hold their independent prescribing qualification.

Our head office is located 2 minutes away from Junction 2 of the M69, and located in a business centre, which was previously used as farm land.

We try and be as flexible as possible, whilst also supporting the needs of the practice. So whilst this role is advertised as an in practice position, the working pattern can be discussed individually, although any hours worked will need to align with practice opening hours.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job summary

Highcroft Surgery is a well established GP Practice serving 11,000 patients in the heart of Arnold.

We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to work full time in our Practice and become part of a friendly, supportive and forward thinking team, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. We offer a collaborative working environment, manageable workloads, and strong multidisciplinary support. With involvement in service improvement and strong team work, this is an excellent role for a Clinical Pharmacist seeking job satisfaction, balance, and a welcoming Practice culture.

Main duties of the job

* Structured Medication Reviews - Carry out face to face and telephone call reviews for patients with complex needs or those taking multiple medication

* Long-Term Condition Management - Monitor, manage and adjust treatments for chronic illnesses

* Acute and Repeat Prescriptions - Handle medication requests, reauthorise repeat prescriptions and address acute queries

* Safety and Medicines Optimisation - Reconcile medications for patients recently discharged from the hospital to prevent discrepancies, identify high-risk medications (such as monitoring blood tests for specific drugs) and implement strategies to reduce adverse effects and counsel patients on how to use their medicines safely and effectively to reduce wastage

* Practice Support and Governance - Act as the primary expert contact for medicine-related questions from Doctors, Nurses, patients, and local pharmacies and help the Practice meet quality targets like the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and optimise local prescribing costs

About us

Our organisation is supported by a dedicated team of 30 staff members, including 2 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, 1 Nurse Partner, 3 Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate, 2 Health Care Assistants, 1 Practice Manager, 1 Operations Manager, alongside teams including Pharmacy, Reception and Administration. We also have a number of ARRS staff supporting the Practice.

We all work together to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. We pride ourselves on a warm, welcoming atmosphere where people feel valued, supported and respected. The work ethic is collaborative and professional, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, mutual support and continuous improvement.

Working here offers the benefits of a positive workplace culture, open communication, and opportunities for learning and development. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas and take pride in their work, creating an environment where both employees and patients can thrive.

We use clinical systems including SystmOne, Ardens and eConsult.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1997-26-0004

Job locations

High Street

Arnold

Nottingham

NG5 7BQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

* To work as the Clinical Pharmacist working on Practice needs and helping to develop the current Pharmacist Team, and to further develop and maximise patient health while reducing the workload of GPs

* To act within their professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside Pharmacy Technician(s) in General Practice to develop, manage and mentor them

* The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role. The post holder will take responsibility for areas of chronic disease management within the Practice and undertake clinical medication reviews, including structured medication reviews (SMR), monitor electronic repeat dispensing (eRD) prescribing, evaluate prescribing in line with local and national guidelines, review emerging evidence/research and liaise with community pharmacy representatives to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy

* The post holder will provide primary support to General Practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescriptions system, deal with acute prescription requests, and medicines reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice while addressing both public and social care needs of patients in the GP Practice

* The post holder will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework (QOF) and enhanced services, including the Investment and Impact Fund (IIF)

* The post holder will ensure that the Practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload, which may involve optimising the use of digital technologies. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within General Practice

* The post holder will already be a non-medical prescriber but will be supported to develop their scope of practice in line with the needs of the Practice but also their own training needs analysis discussed with their Line Manager

* See (where appropriate) patients with single or multiple medical problems where medicine optimisation is required (e.g. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma). Review the ongoing need for each medicine, a review of monitoring needs and an opportunity to support patients with their medicines taking ensuring they get the best use of their medicines (i.e. medicines optimisation). Make appropriate recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues or prescribe autonomously where appropriate for medicine improvement

* Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and make appropriate recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues or prescribe autonomously where appropriate for medicine improvement

* Lead on the development of the SMR plan working collaboratively with the Clinical Pharmacists, key PCN colleagues such as Care Home Matrons and the ICB Medicines Management Team. Lead on collating progress reports from each Practice to feedback to the PCN and Practices

* Managing caseload for patients with common/minor/self-limiting ailments while working within a scope of practice and limits of competence. Signposting to community pharmacy and referring to GPs/other clinical colleagues where appropriate. Working with colleagues (including community pharmacies) to promote the use of the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS)

* Provide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the Practice

* Answer all medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other Practice staff, other Healthcare Teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines. Suggesting and recommending solutions. Providing follow-up for patients to monitor the effect of any changes

* Lead on coordinating (where appropriate) and contribute at Practice level to review of the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups

* To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes)

* Ensure that patients are referred to the appropriate Healthcare Professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period of time e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions, long term condition reviews etc.

* Produce and implement a Practice repeat prescribing policy. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required. Ensure, where appropriate, that electronic repeat dispensing (eRD) systems are used and policies are in place

* Identification of cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through pre--prepared Practice computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both. These patients will be prioritised for a SMR as per the practices local implementation of the plan

* Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets). Also contribute to further development of and recruitment to the Clinical Pharmacy team

* Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making

* Lead on coordinating (where appropriate) and contribute at Practice level to the undertaking of simple audits of prescribing in areas directed by the GPs, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the Practice team

* Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance

* Monitor Practice prescribing against the local health economys red/amber/green (RAG) list and make recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues for medicines that should be prescribed by hospital doctors (red drugs) or subject to shared care or specialist recommendation/initiation (amber 1 and 2 drugs). Assist the Practice in seeing and maintaining a Practice formulary that is hosted on the Practices computer system. Auditing Practices compliance against National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) technology assessment guidance. Provide newsletters or bulletins on important prescribing messages

* Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation. Support the continuing professional development of pharmacy colleagues, professionals in training and foster an environment of learning for trainees or students who may be hosted by the Practice. Show willingness to support NHS research (e.g. through the completion of NIHR Good Clinical Practice e-learning)

* Work with the General Practice team to ensure the Practice is compliant with care quality commission (CQC) standards where medicines are involved

* To support public health campaigns. To provide specialist knowledge on all public health programmes available to the general public. To advise on social media campaigns (such as posts to Facebook or websites) to improve population health in regards to prescribing or medication

Job description Job responsibilities * To work as the Clinical Pharmacist working on Practice needs and helping to develop the current Pharmacist Team, and to further develop and maximise patient health while reducing the workload of GPs* To act within their professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside Pharmacy Technician(s) in General Practice to develop, manage and mentor them* The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role. The post holder will take responsibility for areas of chronic disease management within the Practice and undertake clinical medication reviews, including structured medication reviews (SMR), monitor electronic repeat dispensing (eRD) prescribing, evaluate prescribing in line with local and national guidelines, review emerging evidence/research and liaise with community pharmacy representatives to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy* The post holder will provide primary support to General Practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescriptions system, deal with acute prescription requests, and medicines reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice while addressing both public and social care needs of patients in the GP Practice* The post holder will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework (QOF) and enhanced services, including the Investment and Impact Fund (IIF)* The post holder will ensure that the Practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload, which may involve optimising the use of digital technologies. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within General Practice* The post holder will already be a non-medical prescriber but will be supported to develop their scope of practice in line with the needs of the Practice but also their own training needs analysis discussed with their Line Manager* See (where appropriate) patients with single or multiple medical problems where medicine optimisation is required (e.g. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma). Review the ongoing need for each medicine, a review of monitoring needs and an opportunity to support patients with their medicines taking ensuring they get the best use of their medicines (i.e. medicines optimisation). Make appropriate recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues or prescribe autonomously where appropriate for medicine improvement* Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and make appropriate recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues or prescribe autonomously where appropriate for medicine improvement* Lead on the development of the SMR plan working collaboratively with the Clinical Pharmacists, key PCN colleagues such as Care Home Matrons and the ICB Medicines Management Team. Lead on collating progress reports from each Practice to feedback to the PCN and Practices* Managing caseload for patients with common/minor/self-limiting ailments while working within a scope of practice and limits of competence. Signposting to community pharmacy and referring to GPs/other clinical colleagues where appropriate. Working with colleagues (including community pharmacies) to promote the use of the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS)* Provide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the Practice* Answer all medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other Practice staff, other Healthcare Teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines. Suggesting and recommending solutions. Providing follow-up for patients to monitor the effect of any changes* Lead on coordinating (where appropriate) and contribute at Practice level to review of the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups* To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes)* Ensure that patients are referred to the appropriate Healthcare Professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period of time e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions, long term condition reviews etc.* Produce and implement a Practice repeat prescribing policy. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required. Ensure, where appropriate, that electronic repeat dispensing (eRD) systems are used and policies are in place* Identification of cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through pre--prepared Practice computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both. These patients will be prioritised for a SMR as per the practices local implementation of the plan* Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets). Also contribute to further development of and recruitment to the Clinical Pharmacy team* Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making* Lead on coordinating (where appropriate) and contribute at Practice level to the undertaking of simple audits of prescribing in areas directed by the GPs, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the Practice team* Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance* Monitor Practice prescribing against the local health economys red/amber/green (RAG) list and make recommendations to GPs/other clinical colleagues for medicines that should be prescribed by hospital doctors (red drugs) or subject to shared care or specialist recommendation/initiation (amber 1 and 2 drugs). Assist the Practice in seeing and maintaining a Practice formulary that is hosted on the Practices computer system. Auditing Practices compliance against National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) technology assessment guidance. Provide newsletters or bulletins on important prescribing messages* Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation. Support the continuing professional development of pharmacy colleagues, professionals in training and foster an environment of learning for trainees or students who may be hosted by the Practice. Show willingness to support NHS research (e.g. through the completion of NIHR Good Clinical Practice e-learning)* Work with the General Practice team to ensure the Practice is compliant with care quality commission (CQC) standards where medicines are involved* To support public health campaigns. To provide specialist knowledge on all public health programmes available to the general public. To advise on social media campaigns (such as posts to Facebook or websites) to improve population health in regards to prescribing or medication

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Bachelor or Masters degree in pharmacy (BPharm/MPharm)
• * Minimum of 3 years experience as a Pharmacist, demonstrated within a practice portfolio
• * Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• * Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience working in General Practice
• * Non-Medical Prescriber
• * In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare
• * An appreciation of the nature of Primary Care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
• * Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• * Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients)
• * Good IT skills
• * Able to obtain and analyse

Desirable

• * Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience
• * Good Clinical Practice certificate
• * Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society or working towards Faculty membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• * Previous experience of clinical mentorship and/or line management of other pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
• * Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions
• * Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a variety of backgrounds
• * Good presentation skills and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups
• * Advanced clinical reasoning skills
• * Good motivational skills
• * Ability to present complex information in a clear and logical manner
• * Excellent listening skills
• * Good organisational skills to manage and prioritise a caseload
• * Experience in using a Primary Care IT system, e.g. SystmOne
• * Proficient in the use of web-based applications or programmes

Person Specification Qualifications Essential * Bachelor or Masters degree in pharmacy (BPharm/MPharm) * Minimum of 3 years experience as a Pharmacist, demonstrated within a practice portfolio * Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council * Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience working in General Practice * Non-Medical Prescriber * In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare * An appreciation of the nature of Primary Care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing * Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients) * Good IT skills * Able to obtain and analyse Desirable * Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience * Good Clinical Practice certificate * Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society or working towards Faculty membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society * Previous experience of clinical mentorship and/or line management of other pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacists and pharmacy technicians * Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions * Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a variety of backgrounds * Good presentation skills and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups * Advanced clinical reasoning skills * Good motivational skills * Ability to present complex information in a clear and logical manner * Excellent listening skills * Good organisational skills to manage and prioritise a caseload * Experience in using a Primary Care IT system, e.g. SystmOne * Proficient in the use of web-based applications or programmes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Highcroft Surgery

Address

High Street

Arnold

Nottingham

NG5 7BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.highcroftsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Highcroft Surgery

Address

High Street

Arnold

Nottingham

NG5 7BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.highcroftsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you ready to take your pharmacy career to the next level? Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of cancer patients? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate pharmacist to join our forward-thinking Cancer Services team.

We're looking for a dynamic individual to support our Advanced Clinical Pharmacists in delivering a high-quality, specialist pharmacy service to patients receiving systemic anti-cancer treatments

You will be responsible for providing a specialist Pharmacy Service to Oncology and Clinical Haematology adult day cases & outpatients; the designated ward pharmacy service to inpatients & the cancer Emergency Assessment Unit for Oncology and Haematology patients; paediatric haematology/oncology; and the portfolio of cancer Clinical Trials.

A Band 6 to Band 7 post will be considered for this position.

Main duties of the job

To work with the Cancer and Aseptic Service Teams to deliver a comprehensive Specialist Clinical Pharmacy Service to Adult and Paediatric Oncology and Haematology, developing expertise in this area.

To deliver a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist role to day case chemotherapy and outpatient oral chemotherapy patients (clinic based).

To provide a designated clinical pharmacy service to patients admitted to the cancer inpatient ward and the acute cancer emergency assessment unit.

To participate in the set-up of oncology and haematology clinical trials within agreed time frames.

Support the Principal Pharmacist, Cancer Services, for Directorate work.

Provide support to Aseptic Services for Chemotherapy and Parenteral Nutrition.

Provide Pharmacist input to the implementation and development of Chemotherapy Electronic Prescribing.

Provide a specialist clinical pharmacy service to paediatric haematology/oncology.

Manage/supervise/develop staff allocated.

The specialist clinical tasks are allocated within the band 7 pharmacist team on a rotational basis for:* Inpatient and emergency admissions dedicated ward pharmacist* Oncology day case and outpatients* Haematology day case and outpatients* Clinical Trials Paediatric haematology/oncology

About us

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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.