Foundation Pharmacist – Hospital Rotations & 24/7 Care

Leeds Teaching Hospitals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is looking for qualified Foundation pharmacists to join their team. This role offers rotations across clinical areas including acute medicine and oncology, supported by a large Foundation pharmacist programme. The successful candidates will develop clinical skills and participate in a 24-hour pharmacy service. This is a 3-year fixed-term contract that includes a post graduate Pharmacy Practice diploma. Applications are welcome from trainee pharmacists due to register in 2026 and qualified pharmacists new to the hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of what an out of hours hospital pharmacy service is.
• Significant training as a hospital trainee pharmacist or relevant post registration experience.
• Experience of validation of prescriptions to ensure the legal, safe and effective use of medicines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in evening and weekend rotas to provide pharmacy service.
• Develop and embed clinical knowledge and skills for patient care.
• Deliver responsive professional pharmacist cover in various areas.

Skills

Team Player

Ability to prioritize and work to deadlines

Education

2:1 degree or above

Pharmacist registrant of GPhC

Job description

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is looking for qualified Foundation pharmacists to join their team. This role offers rotations across clinical areas including acute medicine and oncology, supported by a large Foundation pharmacist programme. The successful candidates will develop clinical skills and participate in a 24-hour pharmacy service. This is a 3-year fixed-term contract that includes a post graduate Pharmacy Practice diploma. Applications are welcome from trainee pharmacists due to register in 2026 and qualified pharmacists new to the hospital environment.