NHS

Clinical Pharmacist


Pay39,205.00 - 47,084.00 / year
LocationDartford/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9252-25-0107?language=en&page=280&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking Foundation Pharmacist to join our team of skilled Clinical Pharmacists and Technicians to provide high quality medicines optimisation for the Trust. You will provide a clinical pharmacy service to a group of wards under the supervision of a Senior Clinical Pharmacist participating in various rotations through the ward specialities. During your rotations, you will be supported by the practice supervisor to develop your skills and knowledge in a multitude of areas. We support the development of our staff through our Education and Training Department.

      Main duties of the job

      If you are ready to develop your knowledge in hospital pharmacy then we can support you. You will work alongside the multidisciplinary team on matters relating to the safe, economic, effective and evidence based use of medications. With support from our Medicines Management Technicians you will ensure that patients and carers understand how to take their medicines on discharge including counselling and liaising with primary care colleagues to ensure continuity of care. Rotations include training in the Medicines Information service, developing skills in handling enquiries on a range of topics from a variety of enquirers. Whilst on the ward Pharmacists are expected to implement the Trust Medicines Formulary and guide medical staff on adherence to Trust guidelines. All staff are expected to support and promote adherence to antimicrobial guidelines and safe and appropriate prescribing within the trust.

      About us

      We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

      If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

      Date posted

      09 April 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 6

      Salary

      £39,205 to £47,084 a year incl HCAS per annum

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      252-7093301

      Job locations

      Darent Valley Hospital

      Darenth Wood Road

      Dartford

      DA2 8DA


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

      Trainee pharmacists due to qualify and register in August 2025 may apply

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

      Trainee pharmacists due to qualify and register in August 2025 may apply

      Person Specification

      EDUCATION AND TRAINING

      Essential

      • MPharm degree or equivalent qualification
      • Registered as a Pharmacist with the GPhC

      Desirable

      • Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy

      KNOWLEDGE

      Essential

      • Awareness of current practice and policy affecting pharmacy practice in the NHS & understanding the NHS structure
      • IT literacy
      • Baseline clinical pharmacy knowledge

      Desirable

      • Roles and function of hospital pharmacy staff
      • Knowledge of RPS standards for hospital pharmacy
      • JAC computer skills

      EXPERIENCE

      Essential

      • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary healthcare setting.

      Desirable

      • Hospital Pharmacy Experience
      • Datix user
      Person Specification

      EDUCATION AND TRAINING

      Essential

      • MPharm degree or equivalent qualification
      • Registered as a Pharmacist with the GPhC

      Desirable

      • Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy

      KNOWLEDGE

      Essential

      • Awareness of current practice and policy affecting pharmacy practice in the NHS & understanding the NHS structure
      • IT literacy
      • Baseline clinical pharmacy knowledge

      Desirable

      • Roles and function of hospital pharmacy staff
      • Knowledge of RPS standards for hospital pharmacy
      • JAC computer skills

      EXPERIENCE

      Essential

      • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary healthcare setting.

      Desirable

      • Hospital Pharmacy Experience
      • Datix user

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Additional information

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

      Address

      Darent Valley Hospital

      Darenth Wood Road

      Dartford

      DA2 8DA


      Employer's website

      https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

      Address

      Darent Valley Hospital

      Darenth Wood Road

      Dartford

      DA2 8DA


      Employer's website

      https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.