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Job overview
We are seeking two motivated and enthusiastic pharmacists to join our team, delivering clinical pharmacy services across RRCV, MSSUGGS and the Antimicrobial Pharmacy Service.
The roles available are:- RRCV (0.4 WTE)/Antimicrobials (0.6 WTE)
and
MSSUGGS (0.6 WTE)/Antimicrobials (0.4 WTE).
The post‑holder will provide clinical pharmacy input within RRCV/MSSUGGS supporting safe, effective and patient‑centred use of medicines for patients with a range of acute and chronic conditions.
The post‑holder will also be part of the antimicrobial team focusing on antimicrobial stewardship, contributing to the delivery of high‑quality antimicrobial pharmacy services, supporting appropriate prescribing, infection management and optimisation of antimicrobial use across the Trust.
This post offers a unique opportunity to develop skills across both specialist clinical pharmacy practice and antimicrobial stewardship, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care. The role is essential to maintaining safe clinical services within both RRCV/MSSUGGS and antimicrobial services.
Main duties of the job
RRCV Clinical Responsibilities
Based primarily at Glenfield Hospital, the RRCV team consists of the following specialities: Renal, Respiratory, Cardiology, Clinical Decisions Unit, Vascular and Specialist Surgery.
RRCV (2 days per week on Monday and Tuesday) and the Antimicrobial Pharmacy Service (3 days per week on Wednesday to Friday).
Deliver ward/clinic‑based clinical pharmacy services including medicines reconciliation, clinical review, monitoring and patient counselling.
Support safe, effective and cost‑efficient prescribing for patients with acute and chronic conditions.
Provide medicines advice to the multidisciplinary team and contribute to audit, guideline development and medicines governance.
MSSUGGS Clinical Responsibilities
This team is based across the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital. This CMG covers the following clinical surgical specialties:
- Trauma, Elective Orthopaedics and Ortho-geriatrics.
- Specialist surgery (ENT, Ophthalmology, Maxillofacial, Plastics)
- Gastroenterology, Hepato-Pancreato and Biliary, General surgery (Bariatrics and Colorectal)
You will be fully supported to progress both clinically and professionally, working closely with experienced advanced specialist pharmacists and an engaged multidisciplinary team.
Antimicrobial Pharmacy Service (2 days per week on Monday and Tuesday) and MSSUGGS (3 days per week on Wednesday to Friday).
Antimicrobial Responsibilities
Once you have received the relevant training, to support delivery of the Trust’s antimicrobial stewardship programme, promoting appropriate antimicrobial use.
Provide advice on antimicrobial prescribing and infection management in line with local and national guidance.
Participate in stewardship ward rounds, audit and quality improvement initiatives.
Shared Responsibilities
Contribute to audit, research and service development activities.
Support training of pharmacy staff, undergraduate students and work collaboratively within the MDT.
Participate in departmental rota commitments and maintain ongoing professional development.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our Pharmacy Department is progressive, supportive and nurturing and aim to provide the best patient care possible. Join us and be a part of a workplace that looks to develop you as you progress on your professional and personal journey.
You will utilise your clinical skills and experience by providing clinical pharmacy services to wards and other areas, assisting with the training and development of others and supporting the improvement of the services. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and will help maintain the high standard of services that are already provided. Independent Prescribing is integral to our pharmacist’s roles.
Post holder will be expected to contribute towards evening, on-call, bank holiday and weekend rotas.
Please see the attached Job Description for more information on role requirements.
If you are considering applying for one of our roles we would encourage you to talk to us to discuss how we can support your development and how you can support our services.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Team player
- Evidence of verbal presentations made to professional groups
Desirable
- Previous supervisory/management training
- Knowledge of patients own drug (POD) and selfmedication schemes
Experience
Essential
- Approaching 2 years (minimum) post-registration experience in pharmacy practice with relevant clinical experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in hospital
- Experience of teaching/tutoring
- Evidence of achievement in the capacity of clinical/ward pharmacist
- Experience of on-call/ability to deal with calls out of hours.
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in pharmacy.
- Post-graduate certificate in Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy practice or evidence of equivalent clinical experience
- Working towards completion of a Post graduate Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy/ Pharmacy practice
- Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Evidence of post registration commitment to continuing professional development
- Registered as an Independent Prescriber or ability to complete training upon appointment
Desirable
- Membership of a professional body e.g. MRPharmS or UKCPA or equivalent specialist group
- Evidence of Practice Research projects undertaken
- Registered Independent Prescriber
- Evidence of leadership training and skills particularly change management
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Sound current clinical knowledge
Desirable
- Awareness of national issues
- Clinical Governance
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Assertive and enthusiastic
- Able to supervise other Pharmacists
Desirable
- Evidence of good time management skills of self and others
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Evidence of communication skills, verbal/written. Good interpersonal and communication
Desirable
- Evidence of management of staff in previous post
- Communication skills at level sufficient to be able to undertake commitment
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Professional approach
- Outgoing, energetic, committed, dedicated
- Smart appearance
- Demonstrate commitment to the objectives of the Trust/directorate department
Desirable
- Flexibility re hours
- Willing to do more than the minimum
- Willing to deal with calls ‘out of hours’
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
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This advert is for Specialist Pharmacists - Various Specialities with University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust in Leicester, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Pharmacist role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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