Pharmacist - Band 6 Progressing to Band 7
Job Title: Pharmacist - Band 6 Progressing to Band 7
Trust: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Lambeth Hospital, 109 Landor Road, Stockwell, SW9 9NU Ward: Therapy Team
Pay Rates: £24.18 increasing to £29.78
Shift Patterns: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:15
Why might this job interest you?
Are you an experienced Band 6 Pharmacist looking for a new opportunity? South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a talented pharmacist to join a welcoming and highly regarded team for a temporary placement.
As the UK’s leading provider of NHS mental health services, they offer a wide range of specialist care, including substance misuse services for individuals affected by drugs and alcohol. They are one of the few organisations in the world offering such a comprehensive approach to mental health, driven by three key pillars: outstanding care and treatment, ground breaking science and research, and exceptional training and development.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in mental health care and working within a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!
In this role you will:
- Clinical Pharmacy Service Delivery - Participate in delivering a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to inpatient units.
- Inpatient and Community Support - Provide a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to inpatient wards and community mental health teams, ensuring alignment with Trust policies, procedures, and standards.
- Patient-Focused Care - Support patients in maximizing the benefits of their medications by conducting medicine-related consultations with patients and carers, involving them in treatment decisions, and improving satisfaction with the information they receive.
- Training and Education (Band 7) - Upon progression to Band 7, take on the role of practice supervisor to support the training and education of trainee and junior pharmacists. Prescribe medications within your competence and scope of practice, after completing the post-graduate certificate in Independent Prescribing.
What you’ll need and be able to provide evidence for:
- You must be Fully Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- You must possess demonstrated experience in MPharm or equivalent
- Preferred Postgraduate certificate/diploma in mental health or pharmacy practice or the equivalent
- Preferred Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society or Member / associate member of the CMHP
Why Join Us? Enjoy These Fantastic Benefits:
- Be Part of a Caring Community - Join the NHSP community and work alongside a diverse team, caring for patients from all walks of life.
- Weekly Pay - Enjoy the convenience of receiving your wages weekly for greater financial flexibility.
- Blue Light Card - Get access to exclusive NHS discounts and savings.
- Priority Access to Shifts - Get first pick of shifts and placements at your preferred Trust over agency workers.
- 24/7 Support - Our friendly team is always available to assist you with any questions or concerns.
- Flexible Working Options - Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle or opt for fixed-term placements, giving you the work-life balance you need.
- Training & Development - Access ongoing training and development opportunities through the Trust and NHSP’s academy.
- Diverse Work Experience - Explore different wards, keep your skills sharp, and gain invaluable experience.
- NHSP Member Perks - Enjoy access to fun member activities, such as Member of the Month, Member Appreciation Week, exclusive giveaways, webinars, and more!
- Convenient Parking - On-site parking available, with easy access to public transport.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Join us today and enjoy a fulfilling role with excellent benefits!
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.