Rotational Clinical/Rotational Specialist Pharmacist

Job summaryRotational Clinical/Rotational Specialist Pharmacist - Hinchingbrooke & PeterboroughAre you looking for the next step in your pharmacy career? We have an opportunity to join our rotational pharmacist team on our band 6 and band 7 pathway. You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team in the hospital where you will be involved in the delivery of a variety of clinical and core services provided by the pharmacy department.The pharmacy department at North West Anglia Foundation Trust are keen to create an environment in which we are able to nurture and grow our own talent. With this objective in mind we have developed a progression programme which supports the progression of our Rotational band 6 pharmacists into band 7 posts. This is implemented through a structured competency programme which band 6 pharmacists can enrol on enabling their progression to Rotational band 7 without the need for additional recruitment process, if the requirements of the programme are met.You will be expected to participate in the in-house training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice and Non Medical Prescribing is also available to a successful candidate.Please state what grade and which site you are applying for.Main duties of the jobDuties will include a ward pharmacist role to an assigned ward, dispensary work, medicines information, aseptic services and provision of pharmaceutical services to external community sites, therefore the ability to drive within the locality is essential.You will be expected to participate in the in-house training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice is also available to a successful full-time candidate.About usWe are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.DetailsDate posted11 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary 39,959 to 56,515 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number176-F-8057931-AJob locationsPeterborough & Hinchingbrooke HospitalsPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you are interested in this position then please read the full Job Description that is attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilitiesIf you are interested in this position then please read the full Job Description that is attached to this vacancy.Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialPharmacy degree from recognised universityRegistration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employmentCommitment to continuing professional developmentCertificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent (for Band 7)DesirableNon-Medical Precribing qualification (for band 7)Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Experience EssentialDemonstrable evidence of competence in post-registration clinical pharmacy practice e.g. clinical ward activity (for band 7)Proven experience in audit work - data collection and presentation (for band 7)Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation (for band 7)Experience of clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings (for band 7)DesirableDemonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisationExperience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settingsDemonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental)Demonstrable evidence of competence in chemotherapy / parenteral nutrition, homecare or equivalent community experience (for band 7)Experience in mentoring/supervising (for band 7)Experience in delivering education and training (for band 7) Knowledge EssentialComputer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel)DesirableKnowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects Skills EssentialClarity in EnglishGood customer care skillsAbility to work independently or as part of a teamCommunicates well with good listening skillsGood written skillsAbility to prioritise workload effectively with good time managementDesirableGood presentation skillsClinical Pharmacy Skills Disposition EssentialAbility to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlinesAbility and willingness to work as part of a teamReliable and adaptableCaring and CompassionateOpen/Reflective/Warm/RespectfulEnthusiastic to improve and develop Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialPharmacy degree from recognised universityRegistration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employmentCommitment to continuing professional developmentCertificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent (for Band 7)DesirableNon-Medical Precribing qualification (for band 7)Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Experience EssentialDemonstrable evidence of competence in post-registration clinical pharmacy practice e.g. clinical ward activity (for band 7)Proven experience in audit work - data collection and presentation (for band 7)Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation (for band 7)Experience of clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings (for band 7)DesirableDemonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisationExperience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settingsDemonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental)Demonstrable evidence of competence in chemotherapy / parenteral nutrition, homecare or equivalent community experience (for band 7)Experience in mentoring/supervising (for band 7)Experience in delivering education and training (for band 7) Knowledge EssentialComputer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel)DesirableKnowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects Skills EssentialClarity in EnglishGood customer care skillsAbility to work independently or as part of a teamCommunicates well with good listening skillsGood written skillsAbility to prioritise workload effectively with good time managementDesirableGood presentation skillsClinical Pharmacy Skills Disposition EssentialAbility to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlinesAbility and willingness to work as part of a teamReliable and adaptableCaring and CompassionateOpen/Reflective/Warm/RespectfulEnthusiastic to improve and developDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough & Hinchingbrooke HospitalsPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough & Hinchingbrooke HospitalsPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's website