Clinical Pharmacist – Band 6 to Band 7 Progression | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is seeking passionate pharmacists for Band 6 and Band 7 positions. You will deliver a high-quality ward-based clinical pharmacy service, participate in educational programs, and provide pharmaceutical advice. Candidates must have valid registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and a commitment to professional development. This role offers access to comprehensive training, opportunities to work in a vibrant team, and a chance to contribute significantly to patient care. The position entails working across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.

Benefits

High-quality training and development

Supporting professional growth

Inclusivity and diversity in recruitment

Qualifications

• Band 6 entry level pharmacist or experienced pharmacist eligible for Band 7.
• Commitment to professional development and training.
• Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality ward-based clinical pharmacy service.
• Provide pharmaceutical advice on supply and clinical issues.
• Support the education and training of pre-registration pharmacists.

Skills

Patient consultations

Medicines reconciliation

Clinical verification

Education

Valid registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

About the Role

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist eager to be part of the future of pharmacy service development? Do you believe that patient safety and experience should always come first? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (BHFT).

We are recruiting pharmacists at the Band 6 entry level, as well as those ready to take the next step in their career, with opportunities to join at Band 6 or Band 7 depending on experience.

Our Pharmacy Department is a vibrant, forward‑thinking team with a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth. Through our structured rotation programme in Clinical Pharmacy Services you will gain valuable experience across a range of specialties.

We are fully committed to your training and development, supporting you to maximise your contribution to patient care. Permanent post‑holders may also have the opportunity to study for a postgraduate certificate, diploma, or independent prescribing qualification, alongside the general level competency framework (subject to funding).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high‑quality ward‑based clinical pharmacy service through structured rotations, including drug chart reviews, drug history taking, medicines reconciliation, supply, patient consultations, medicines optimisation, and the Discharge Medication Service (DMS).
• Participate in departmental and regional education programmes, undertaking study towards the Certificate/Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice.
• Provide pharmaceutical advice on supply and clinical issues to healthcare professionals, and medication‑related guidance to patients, focusing on medicines started, stopped or changed during admission, as well as side‑effect profiles to maximise benefit.
• Support the education and training of pre‑registration pharmacists and staff in training grades, while supervising junior pharmacy technicians and assistants.
• Contribute to dispensary services such as dispensing, clinical verification, prescription review, accuracy checking and patient consultations.
• Ensure service continuity by participating in late‑night, weekend and bank holiday shifts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Band 6 entry level pharmacist or experienced pharmacist eligible for Band 7.
• Valid registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Commitment to professional development and training as outlined.
• All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering the first 6 months in post.
• Travel between hospital sites may be required.

What We Offer

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in the region, you will have access to a programme of high‑quality training and development to help you grow your career. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics.

We are dedicated to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences. We recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours underpinning our Trusts core values and use a values‑based recruitment approach to ensure inclusive practices.

Notice

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient applications have been received. This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Dec 2025.