Job overview
The pharmacy department of LNWUHT is undergoing significant modernisation and change. If you wish to be an integral part of this change - this is the opportunity for you.
We have an established competency based training scheme and support is available from both an assigned mentor and senior colleagues during individual rotations. You will take part in our CPD scheme and other in-house training programmes; opportunities exist to study for the diploma in general pharmacy practice.
The pharmacy department at LNWUHT are proud to be leaders in the practice of person-centred care, using a coaching approach in medicines-related consultations to support medicines optimisation. Our department offers comprehensive pharmaceutical services across site including a well-respected clinical pharmacy service supported by a dedicated TDM pharmacist, Specialist Pharmacists and a well-equipped drug information centre integrated into the Regional Medicines Information Centre. Other regional specialists units on site include the Clinical Pharmacy Unit. A large licensed ‘specials’ manufacturing unit compliments these services.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role are listed in the job description. A few examples are below:
- Provides specialist pharmaceutical care services to wards
- Ensures compliance with medicines legislation, national and local policies on all prescriptions clinically screened and dispensed for patients
- Reduces risks associated with medicine
- Provides advice to patients and medical staff about doses, possible side effects
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view the main responsibilities, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters degree in Pharmacy (MPharm)
- Registered with GPhC
Desirable
- Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
Knowledge / Experience
Essential
- IT literacy including word processing, e-mail and use of the internet
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Good, broad clinical knowledge and ability to apply to a ward and dispensary setting
Desirable
- Leadership skills to inspire staff within the department
Skills, Abilities & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
- Expect to deal with members of the public and other health care workers in a professional manner
- Available for out of hours services
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This advert is for Junior Rotational Pharmacist with London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust in Harrow, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Pharmacist role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 Inclusive of HCAS pro rata - per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Jul 2026.
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