Band 7 Senior Clinical Rotational Pharmacist
Royal Free London NHS Foundation TrustBarnet, London, EN5 3DJ, London
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust based in Barnet, London, EN5 3DJ. The advertised salary is £55,524 to £62,652. It is an Band 7 post. Applications close on 10 September 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
The post-holder will deliver, develop and support the clinical pharmacy services in a variety of different specialties within Barnet and Chase Farm pharmacy departments on a rotational basis.
This role is based at Barnet (BA) and Chase Farm (CFH) Hospitals covering a variety of areas of pharmacy including Patient Services, Clinical Services and E+T, with the aim of enhancing knowledge and skills and allowing progression towards a more senior role.
There are opportunities to work in specific clinical specialties such as Critical Care, Paediatrics, Care of the Elderly, Acute Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Respiratory and Mental Health.
You will have exposure to directorate work such as DTC evaluations, high-cost drug, and audits. Clinical commitment will be expected during all rotations.
The Pharmacy Department is a busy but friendly, progressive and expanding unit, which is dedicated to providing World Class standards of pharmaceutical care to all of our patients. Pharmacy Services incorporate the use of robotic automation and other cutting edge technologies. We practice near patient dispensing throughout the majority of the hospital and have transcribers, independent prescribers and accuracy checking technicians within our highly skilled clinical teams.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward thinking pharmacist to join our Clinical Pharmacy team. The post holder will be expected to promote the safe, cost effective and rational use of drug therapy to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to all of our patients, their families and carers. They will work with the multi-disciplinary team to support and improve patient flow by participation in multidisciplinary ward rounds, review of complex medication regimens, drug history taking, drug interaction monitoring, efficient drug supply and discharge planning.
They will also supply regular and detailed information and assistance to the Division in relation to clinical and financial aspects of drug prescribing and use.
This is a full time post, with evening, weekend, Bank Holiday and on-call duties pro rata.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Royal Free World Class Values
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
- Masters degree in pharmacy (or equivalent)
- GPhc (GB) registration
- Commenced Postgraduate at Certificate level in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Postgraduate Qualification at certificate level in clinical pharmacy or satisfactory evidence of equivalence
- Demonstrable experience working in hospital pharmacy
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Broad based clinical experience
- Evidence of clinical audit \ practice research
- Experience of training
- Experience of managing others
Skill and Aptitudes
- Demonstrates general clinical knowledge and skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Computer literate
- Good negotiation skills
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands
- Previous experience of delivering training to junior colleagues
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
- Implements findings of pharmacy practice research
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic/positive attitude, self motivated and, hardworking
- Reliable to work weekends, bank holidays, late nights and oncall
- Reliable with good attendance record
- Accurate/meticulous
Royal Free World Class Values
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
- Masters degree in pharmacy (or equivalent)
- GPhc (GB) registration
- Commenced Postgraduate at Certificate level in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Postgraduate Qualification at certificate level in clinical pharmacy or satisfactory evidence of equivalence
- Demonstrable experience working in hospital pharmacy
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Broad based clinical experience
- Evidence of clinical audit \ practice research
- Experience of training
- Experience of managing others
Skill and Aptitudes
- Demonstrates general clinical knowledge and skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Computer literate
- Good negotiation skills
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands
- Previous experience of delivering training to junior colleagues
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
- Implements findings of pharmacy practice research
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic/positive attitude, self motivated and, hardworking
- Reliable to work weekends, bank holidays, late nights and oncall
- Reliable with good attendance record
- Accurate/meticulous
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chase Farm/Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet, London
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chase Farm/Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet, London
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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