Advanced Pharmacist - Dermatology

National Health Service; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is recruiting an Advanced Pharmacist in Dermatology to join the Dermatology and Pharmacy teams. The post holder will deliver specialist pharmaceutical advice, support safe and effective use of dermatology medicines, including high-cost and homecare therapies, and contribute to developing pathways and guidelines.

You will lead education and training, participate in audits and governance, and, if qualified, provide independent prescribing.

Qualifications

• MPharm degree or equivalent.
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide an advanced clinical pharmacy service to dermatology, working with the multidisciplinary team to optimise medicines use and support high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Provide specialist pharmaceutical advice on dermatological treatments and support safe and effective use of specialist, high-cost and homecare medicines.
• Contribute to development and implementation of medicines-related guidelines, pathways and service improvements.
• Support education, training, audits, quality improvement and medicines governance within dermatology and pharmacy.
• Involves patient-facing clinical practice and, if appropriately qualified, independent prescribing.
• Participate in weekend, public holiday and on-call rotas.

Skills

Good verbal/written communication

IT literate

Education

MPharm degree

GPhC registration

Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy

Tools

None

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to join the Dermatology and Pharmacy teams in Central Integrated Health Community (IHC) as an Advanced Pharmacist in Dermatology. Working closely with the multidisciplinary dermatology team, the post holder will provide specialist pharmaceutical expertise to support the safe, effective and evidence-based use of medicines for patients with dermatological conditions. The role will include supporting the use of specialist and advanced therapies, including biologic medicines and medicines supplied through homecare services. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist and advanced practice within dermatology and help shape an evolving pharmacy service. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with dermatology colleagues to support patient-facing care, medicines optimisation, service improvement and the development of safe and effective treatment pathways. We are looking for a motivated pharmacist with strong clinical, communication and multidisciplinary working skills and an enthusiasm for developing their expertise in dermatology.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide an advanced clinical pharmacy service to dermatology, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to optimise medicines use and support high-quality, patient-centred care. The role will include providing specialist pharmaceutical advice on dermatological treatments, supporting the safe and effective use of specialist, high-cost and homecare medicines, and contributing to the monitoring and review of patients receiving treatment. The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of medicines-related guidelines, pathways and service improvements, taking account of national guidance and evidence-based practice. They will also support education and training, audit, quality improvement and medicines governance within dermatology and pharmacy. The role will include patient-facing clinical practice and, if appropriately qualified and competent, independent prescribing. The post holder will also participate in wider pharmacy services, including weekend, public holiday and on-call rotas.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Details

Date posted 02 November 2026

Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary 58,379 to 65,723 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-PST-148-1126

Job locations Glan Clwyd Hospital Rhuddlan Road Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ United Kingdom

Job description

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably.

Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• MPharm degree or equivalent
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications

Qualifications Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society & registration with the Faculty
• Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)

Experience Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacy

Experience Desirable

• Experience in relevant clinical area

Leadership and management experience

• Leadership and management experience

Aptitude and Abilities Essential

• Good verbal/written communication skills
• IT literate
• Evidence of implementation of change
• Ability to prioritise and delegate
• Development of protocols and procedures
• Ability to set and meet deadlines

Aptitude and Abilities Desirable

• Teaching and presentational skills

Values Essential

• Committed to self-study and self-development
• Patient Focused
• Good communicator, motivated, able to work as part of a team

Other Essential

• Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary.
• Willingness to participate in "on call" out of hours duty roster as necessary

Other Desirable

• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner

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 SponsorshipApplications 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).

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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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address Glan Clwyd Hospital Rhuddlan Road Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ United Kingdom

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