Pharmacist (Rotational)

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider is seeking a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist at London Bridge Hospital. This full-time role involves developing high-quality, patient-centered pharmacy services while contributing to various clinical disciplines including surgery and critical care. The ideal candidate will be registered with GPhC and have experience in a hospital pharmacy setting, enhancing their career in a supportive environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Corporate staff discount

Comprehensive health benefits

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the GPhC.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy setting is essential.
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide a high-quality patient-centred pharmacy service.
• Champion medicines management across the hospital.
• Provide clinical pharmacy service to designated wards.

Skills

Registered with GPhC

Experience working within a hospital pharmacy setting

Education

Postgraduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent

Job description

Role: Clinical Pharmacist (Rotational)

Location: London Bridge Hospital, London

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09.00am-17.30pm plus on-calls & weekend requirements

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience

We have an exciting opportunity for a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist to join our pharmacy team at London Bridge Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

London Bridge Hospital is one of the UK’s largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services.

Job Responsibilities

• As a key member of the Pharmacy team, you will contribute to the development and provision of a comprehensive, high quality, safe and efficient patient-centred pharmacy service, which consistently meet the needs of all service users within the London Bridge Hospital Campus.

• As a Clinical Pharmacist being a champion for medicines management across the hospital and facilitating the use of patient’s own drugs, ensuring appropriate medicines supply and clinical advice to clinicians and other healthcare professions.

• Lastly, you will be involved with providing a comprehensive and effective patient-centred clinical pharmacy service to designated wards & care locations. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work in various clinical disciplines including orthopaedic & spinal surgery, colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, hepatic, cardiology, oncology/haematology and critical care.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring

• Registered with GPhC

• Completed or currently undertaking a post graduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent

• Experience working within a hospital pharmacy setting

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Clinical Pharmacist you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK’s core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environments for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.