NHS

Pharmacist Band 6


Pay37,338.00 - 44,962.00 / year
LocationTaunton/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9184-25-0754?language=en&page=677&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Would you like to join our progressive, ward based and patient focused Pharmacy service?

      As we continue to develop our clinical services we have opportunities for highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacists to join our friendly team. This post offers you the opportunity to progress your career in an environment that values excellent communication and team work.

      We support our staff to undertake fully funded Clinical Diploma and Independent Prescribing qualifications.

      We welcome applications from current trainee pharmacists.

      Please feel free to get in touch if you have any further questions or wish to visit us.

      Main duties of the job

      You'll join our friendly team of rotational pharmacists. We provide clinical rotations through medicine (including cardiology, neurology, respiratory, endocrinology and gastroenterology), surgery, acute admissions, paediatrics and aseptic services.

      Although this post is based at Musgrove Park Hospital, as Somerset NHS Foundation Trust we provide clinical pharmacy services to two acute hospitals, specialist mental health units and community hospitals across Somerset, so there is opportunity to gain experience in a wide variety of settings and to work alongside pharmacists specialising in these areas.

      You will be supported by our team of senior pharmacists (including independent prescribers) and by accredited medicines optimisation technicians and assistants as we expand our ward based Medicines Optimisation Teams.

      Your training opportunities will be further supported through the opportunity to undertake a fully funded Clinical Pharmacy Diploma (including Independent Prescribing qualification).

      About us

      At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

      • Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
      • NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
      • Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
      • A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

      Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

      We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

      Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

      The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

      Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

      Details

      Date posted

      30 April 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 6

      Salary

      £37,338 to £44,962 a year

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      184-OL-PU-2396

      Job locations

      Musgrove Park Hospital

      Musgrove Road

      Taunton

      Somerset

      TA1 5DA


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about this role.

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy
      • Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
      • Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development

      Experience

      Essential

      • Broad clinical pharmacy experience and knowledge of therapeutics
      • Pre-registration training and experience
      • Experience of working with patients in a healthcare setting
      • Experience of dispensing medicine for patients and counselling and providing advice for patients/carers

      Desirable

      • Previous hospital pharmacy experience
      • Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment
      • Demonstrable use of clinical audit/research to improve practice

      Additional Criteria

      Essential

      • Good knowledge and understanding of disease states and their treatments obtained through the completion of degree course and pre-registration year.
      • Awareness of Pharmacy standards documents
      • Ability to work accurately in the face of frequent interruptions and under pressure
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Masters degree or equivalent in Pharmacy
      • Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
      • Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development

      Experience

      Essential

      • Broad clinical pharmacy experience and knowledge of therapeutics
      • Pre-registration training and experience
      • Experience of working with patients in a healthcare setting
      • Experience of dispensing medicine for patients and counselling and providing advice for patients/carers

      Desirable

      • Previous hospital pharmacy experience
      • Working as part of a multi-professional team within a clinical/ward environment
      • Demonstrable use of clinical audit/research to improve practice

      Additional Criteria

      Essential

      • Good knowledge and understanding of disease states and their treatments obtained through the completion of degree course and pre-registration year.
      • Awareness of Pharmacy standards documents
      • Ability to work accurately in the face of frequent interruptions and under pressure

      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

      Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Musgrove Park Hospital

      Musgrove Road

      Taunton

      Somerset

      TA1 5DA


      Employer's website

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

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Musgrove Park Hospital

      Musgrove Road

      Taunton

      Somerset

      TA1 5DA


      Employer's website

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

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