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Healthcare of Older Person (HCOOP)/Acute Frailty Specialist Pharmacist

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
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Location
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum
Profession
Pharmacist
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
24 Aug 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
28 Jul 2025

Job overview

Are you a passionate and driven pharmacist looking for a thrilling opportunity? Join us as an HCOOP/Acute Frailty Specialist Clinical Pharmacist (Band 7) at EKHUFT! This role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, providing exceptional care to high acuity, complex patients. You'll be at the forefront of delivering a responsive, proactive, and person-centred clinical pharmacy service, working within your professional boundaries.

Why join us?

As part of our supportive team of pharmacists, technicians, and the wider multidisciplinary team, your expertise and input will always be valued and welcomed. This non-rotational post offers a unique chance to truly make a difference and grow in your career.

Recruitment at a band 6 level with progression to a band 7 may be considered

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

In this exciting role, you will:

  • Fully integrate into the Multidisciplinary Team: Have the opportunity to attend ward rounds and work with the HCOOP/Frailty lead to shape the service.
  • Provide training and teaching: Train FY1 and FY2 doctors, become an educational supervisor for trainee pharmacists, and supervise foundation pharmacists.
  • Engage in service level activities: Play a key role in the continuous improvement of our services.
  • Line management and practice supervision: Take on responsibilities in managing foundation pharmacists and acting as a practice supervisor, educational supervisor, enhancing your leadership skills.

Pursue further education: Undertake the Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) course to expand your qualifications

What we offer:

A supportive and collaborative environment: Work alongside a dedicated team that values your contributions.

Professional growth: Opportunities for training, education, and career advancement.

Impactful work: Make a real difference in the lives of complex, high acuity patients.

Engage in service level activities: Play a key role in the continuous improvement of our services "with opportunities to lead on project work and guideline development

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.

If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Healthcare of Older Person (HCOOP)/Acute Frailty Specialist Pharmacist at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust | Job Clerk