Senior Clinical Pharmacist

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced pharmacist for a full-time permanent position. The role involves working on the Respiratory ward and providing clinical pharmacy services across various specialties, with a focus on improving patient care through innovative practices and effective collaboration with medical teams.

Qualifications

• M.Pharm or equivalent required.
• GPhC registration is essential.
• Independent Prescribing Qualification or willingness to pursue one.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily on the Respiratory ward providing clinical pharmacy services.
• Lead initiatives related to respiratory medicine.
• Participate in training early career pharmacists.

Skills

Presenting complex information

Ongoing professional development

Education

M.Pharm or equivalent

GPhC registered

Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience

Independent Prescribing Qualification

Job description

Job summary

Full-time permanent position

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Pharmacy Department is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic pharmacist who is keen to work in a department that is rapidly evolving its practices to improve patient care.

The Department is forward-thinking and utilizes innovative IT approaches to enhance patient care and departmental efficiency.

We encourage innovative thinking to optimize available resources for the best patient outcomes.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will primarily work on our Respiratory ward but will also provide clinical pharmacy services to other medical specialties as needed. They will be encouraged to integrate into the Clinical Services Unit (CSU) and utilize their prescribing skills to ensure safe and effective patient care.

They will lead initiatives related to respiratory medicine within the department and serve as a link between pharmacy, medical, and nursing colleagues in the specialty.

Participation in training early career pharmacists and developing management and mentoring skills will be encouraged.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Richard Adams at [e-mail], Lead Clinical Pharmacist for Surgery.

Please note the vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is an integrated acute and community trust serving approximately 270,000 residents. Our vision is to act with integrity and pride in providing exceptional healthcare.

We are committed to excellence, with staff engagement and improvements recognized nationally, including being the second most improved NHS trust for staff recommendation and overall staff engagement.

Our colleagues are key to our success, and we uphold our values of Ambitious, Caring, and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, we invite you to join us on our journey to excellence.

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Job details

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per year (pro-rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, flexible working

Reference number: C9165-25-04-113

Location: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2UD

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached detailed job description and person specification for full responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• M.Pharm or equivalent
• GPhC registered
• Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
• Independent Prescribing Qualification or willingness to work towards one

Experience (Essential):

• Presenting complex information effectively to groups and individuals
• Extensive post-qualification experience as a clinical pharmacist
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable:

• Experience as a prescriber

Knowledge (Essential):

• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development for registration

Desirable:

• Specialist knowledge through training and experience

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration, with further details available on the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2UD

Website: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/