Highly Specialist Pre-Op Pharmacist and Practice Educator - Fixed Term

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Highly Specialist Pre-Operative Pharmacist and Practice Educator (Fixed Term) to join the Southmead Hospital team. The role blends specialist clinical pharmacy with undergraduate education, split between POAC/Surgical Pharmacy and University of Bath collaboration.

The post requires leadership in POAC clinics, medicines management, complex clinical decisions, and the design and delivery of CLIP sessions and undergraduate teaching, underpinning patient

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with GPhC.
• Clinical diploma or postgraduate qualification.
• Evidence of continuing CPD.
• Recognised teaching or education qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacist-led POAC clinics and peri-operative medicines management.
• Provide clinical pharmacy services to surgical wards, including medicines optimisation.
• Offer expert pharmaceutical advice for complex care and patient safety.
• Develop undergraduate teaching and supervise students.
• Coordinate practice-based learning with University of Bath.
• Deliver CLIP sessions, workshops and applied pharmacy skills teaching.
• Supervise, assess and support undergraduate students.
• Contribute to guidelines, audits and service development.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Teaching

Communication

Leadership

Education

GPhC registration

Clinical diploma

CPD evidence

Teaching qualification

Job description

Main area Pharmacist Grade Band 8a Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (participate in weekend and late duties) Job ref 339-CCS1241-AR

Employer Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Southmead Hospital Town Bristol Salary £57,528 - £64,750 pa pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 24/11/2026 23:59

Highly Specialist Pre-Op Pharmacist and Practice Educator - Fixed Term

Band 8a

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

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Job overview

This fixed-term position offers a unique opportunity to combine specialist clinical pharmacy practice with undergraduate pharmacy education, with an equal split between the two roles.

The successful candidate will work as part of the Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic (POAC) and Surgical Pharmacy team at Southmead Hospital, providing specialist clinical pharmacy input to optimise medicines, support safe and effective perioperative care, and improve patient outcomes.

Alongside their clinical responsibilities, the postholder will work with the University of Bath to develop, deliver and assess practice-based learning for undergraduate pharmacy students. They will play a key role in supporting students to develop their clinical knowledge, professional skills and confidence in preparation for future practice.

We are looking for a motivated pharmacist with excellent clinical, communication and teaching skills, who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and developing the next generation of pharmacy professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in both specialist clinical practice and pharmacy education while contributing to the ongoing development of services across both organisations.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake a split clinical and educational role, working across the Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic (POAC) and Surgical Directorate at Southmead Hospital and the University of Bath.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Independently lead pharmacist-led POAC clinics, identifying medicines-related risks and developing individualised peri-operative medicines management plans.
• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services to surgical wards, including medicines optimisation, medication reviews, prescribing and multidisciplinary team working.
• Provide expert advice on complex pharmaceutical care, prescribing and peri-operative medicines management to support safe and effective patient care.
• Contribute to the development of clinical pharmacy services, guidelines, prescribing pathways, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Design, deliver and evaluate undergraduate pharmacy teaching, including Clinical Learning in Practice (CLIP) sessions, workshops and applied pharmacy practice skills sessions.
• Support undergraduate MPharm students through supervision, assessment, marking, constructive feedback and pastoral support.
• Contribute to the coordination, development and evaluation of practice-based learning within the University of Bath's MPharm programme.
• Provide professional leadership, education and supervision to pharmacy colleagues and students, promoting clinical excellence, patient safety and continuous professional development.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Pharmacy Responsibilities – Southmead Hospital

Lead and deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services within the Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic (POAC) and Surgical Directorate.

Independently undertake pharmacist-led POAC clinics, assessing patients, identifying medicines-related risks and developing peri-operative medicines management plans.

Undertake independent prescribing, supporting safe and effective medicines optimisation.

Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services to surgical wards, including medication reviews, medicines reconciliation, prescription screening and multidisciplinary team working.

Provide expert pharmaceutical advice to healthcare professionals, supporting complex clinical decision-making and patient safety.

Contribute to clinical guidelines, audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives.

Practice Educator Responsibilities – University of Bath

Develop, deliver and evaluate practice-based learning within the undergraduate MPharm programme.

Plan and deliver Clinical Learning in Practice (CLIP) sessions, workshops and applied pharmacy practice skills teaching.

Develop teaching materials and learning activities that integrate clinical practice with undergraduate education.

Supervise, assess and support undergraduate students, including marking, providing feedback and pastoral support.

Work collaboratively with University colleagues and other Practice Educators to support the development and improvement of the MPharm programme.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role and responsibilities.

Person specification

1. Education and qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Clinical diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Recognised teaching or education qualification

Experience

• Relevant clinical pharmacy experience, including managing complex patients and making clinical decisions
• Teaching, mentoring or supporting learners in a clinical environment
• Supervising and assessing the performance of learners or junior staff
• Audit, quality improvement or service development
• Pre-operative assessment, perioperative medicine or surgical specialties
• Delivering undergraduate teaching or practice-based learning
• Developing educational resources or learning programmes

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage time, prioritise workload and balance clinical and educational responsibilities
• Ability to apply specialist clinical pharmacy knowledge to support safe and effective patient care
• Ability to successfully develop knowledge in specialist area
• Ability to develop and maintain specialist knowledge in pre-operative assessment and perioperative medicines management
• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate teaching and learning activities
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and assess learner performance
• Effective IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital learning platforms
• Knowledge of undergraduate pharmacy education and the GPhC initial education and training standards
• Evidence of research, publication or presentation at professional meetings
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work independently, using initiative and professional judgement
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships
• Enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring and supporting the development of others
• Ability to work collaboratively across clinical and academic environments
• Commitment to patient safety, continuous improvement and professional development

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

• As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
• The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
• BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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Name Alice Pinfield Job title Principal Pharmacist - Learning and Development Email address [e-mail] Additional information

Alice Pinfield

Principal Pharmacist - Learning and Development

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