Pharmacist

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join their team in Belfast. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care in a dynamic environment. With a focus on delivering genuine care, you'll engage in various responsibilities, including checking prescriptions, communicating drug therapy recommendations, and advising patients on their medication regimens. This position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare and looking to grow their career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Pension

Discount Benefits

Qualifications

• Registered with PSNI or eligible for membership.
• Ability to work in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Check prescriptions and dispensed medicines for accuracy and safety.
• Communicate drug therapy recommendations to healthcare professionals.
• Advise patients on medication adherence.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Clinical Experience

Education

MPharm

Job description

Pharmacist - Clinical

I am currently accepting applications from Pharmacists (must be registered with PSNI or eligible for membership) to work within a clinical setting.

As a pharmacist, you will build relationships with a variety of health professionals and improve the lives of patients from all walks of life. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where you can deliver genuine care.

This role will be based in Belfast on a full-time basis (Monday to Friday) from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Eligibility Criteria

• Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI), or eligible for membership (foundation year completed).
• MPharm - essential
• Right to Work in UK/Northern Ireland

Salary

Band 6: £39,405 per annum (+ holiday pay, pension, and discount benefits).
Clinical experience is advantageous but not essential for Band 6.

Band 7: £48,526 per annum (+ holiday pay, pension, and discount benefits).
Previous clinical experience is essential for Band 7.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the work of the dispensary or wards, including clinical and accuracy checking of prescriptions and dispensed medicines, both within the dispensary and at ward level.
• Review and assess inpatient and outpatient prescriptions for legality, accuracy, safety, and appropriateness of drug therapy.
• Ensure all work complies with Medicines Ethics and Practice, local policies and procedures, risk management, and health and safety policies.
• Communicate recommendations on drug therapy to doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Liaise with relevant clinical pharmacists on patient care issues.
• Dispense and supply medicines.
• Advise patients on adherence to their medication regimen.
• Receive, store, and supply controlled drugs in accordance with the Misuse of Drugs Act and Trust policy.
• Dispense clinical trial drugs according to protocols.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to patients, staff, and other healthcare staff attending the dispensary.

For further information on this vacancy or any other public sector jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Suzanne Lowry in the strictest confidence.