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Clinical Pharmacist - Rotational

Pay44,485.00 - 52,521.00 / year
LocationCroydon/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9199-25-0311?language=en&page=711&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Rotational Clinical Pharmacist - Band 6 - Full-time + EDC

      Do you want to be part of an exceptional team?

      We are currently seeking a Band 6 clinical rotational pharmacist to join our dynamic and well-motivated team. The successful candidate will rotate through some of the following: Acute and General Medicine, Surgery; Care of the Elderly; Paediatrics & Maternity, Technical services and Medicines Information. The rotations are structured in line with the JPB core areas of Clinical, Technical and Patient Services and Medicines Information. This will provide you with the knowledge and experience required to be well rounded and capable pharmacist.

      The role gives you the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team where you can provide support for service development through projects, audits and education. You will be able learn from specialists and senior pharmacists in each rotation to improve your knowledge and allowing you to attain the required skills for your personal development.

      You will be involved in the education and training of Brighton Undergraduates and vocational students, thus giving you the opportunity to experience leading supervision and management with the aim of developing these skills to help you grow in your pharmacy career.

      https://www.nhscareerssouthwestlondon.nhs.uk/croydon-pharmacy

      Interview date - TBC

      Main duties of the job

      The post holder will be a member of the Pharmacy team and will provide a Clinical Pharmacy service to a defined specialty on a rotational basis. The aim is to promote the safe, effective, economical use of medicines in patients being cared for by the Trust, in accordance with the required standards of quality and professional practice, to meet the needs of the users. They are also expected to undertake further training (e.g. via the clinical pharmacy diploma) and to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of pharmacy services. Each rotation has been designed to develop their clinical and personal skills to prepare them for their next role as a specialist clinical pharmacist.

      Rotations will include some of the following:

      • General Medicine (incl. Respiratory, Stroke)
      • Elderly Care
      • Surgery
      • Paediatrics and Maternity
      • Medicines Information
      • Technical Services (incl. Chemotherapy and TPN)
      • Community Services and GP

      About us

      Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

      Details

      Date posted

      01 August 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 6

      Salary

      £44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum (pro rata) incl of HCAS (Outer)

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      199-NN-7331287-NP

      Job locations

      Croydon University Hospital

      530 London Road

      Croydon

      CR7 7YE


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

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      Job description

      Job responsibilities

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      Person Specification

      EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

      Essential

      • Degree in Pharmacy
      • Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)

      Desirable

      • Graduate with some hospital experience.
      • Evidence of commitment to CPD
      • Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent

      KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

      Essential

      • Dispensing experience including patient counselling
      • Good knowledge of pharmacy practice

      Desirable

      • Experience in ward/clinical pharmacy, medicines information and aseptic production

      EXPERIENCE

      Essential

      • Significant pre-registration training
      • Experience of supervising and training staff

      Desirable

      • Community / CCG work
      • Previous audit work

      SKILLS / ABILITIES

      Essential

      • Good communication skills - both written / verbal
      • Good organisation, time-management skills
      • Ability to prioritise work

      Desirable

      • Basic understanding of IT systems
      • Experience with using JAC computer system
      Person Specification

      EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

      Essential

      • Degree in Pharmacy
      • Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)

      Desirable

      • Graduate with some hospital experience.
      • Evidence of commitment to CPD
      • Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent

      KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

      Essential

      • Dispensing experience including patient counselling
      • Good knowledge of pharmacy practice

      Desirable

      • Experience in ward/clinical pharmacy, medicines information and aseptic production

      EXPERIENCE

      Essential

      • Significant pre-registration training
      • Experience of supervising and training staff

      Desirable

      • Community / CCG work
      • Previous audit work

      SKILLS / ABILITIES

      Essential

      • Good communication skills - both written / verbal
      • Good organisation, time-management skills
      • Ability to prioritise work

      Desirable

      • Basic understanding of IT systems
      • Experience with using JAC computer system

      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

      Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

      Address

      Croydon University Hospital

      530 London Road

      Croydon

      CR7 7YE


      Employer's website

      https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

      Address

      Croydon University Hospital

      530 London Road

      Croydon

      CR7 7YE


      Employer's website

      https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

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