Job summary The STEP training programme offers the opportunity to gain experience as a clinical pharmacist in a supportive learning environment. You will join us as a Band 6 pharmacist, progressing through our training programme to Band 7 in a timeline that considers your prior experience and training. Our current band 6 pharmacists work across a range of services including ward-based clinical pharmacy services (e.g. cardiology, elderly care, trauma & orthopaedics etc), emergency department, aseptic services and dispensary services. Our Band 7 rotations include specialist and acute medicine, critical care, vascular surgery, aseptic services and medicines information. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in service development and medicines optimisation projects. Education and training will also form part of your role to promote safe and effective prescribing by clinicians. You must be a fully registered pharmacist to undertake this role. This is a full time post, including the provision of out of hours pharmacy service on a rota basis. Main duties of the job Participates in the provision of a comprehensive pharmaceutical service across the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and to the organisations the Trust has a contract to supply medicines. Work across a range of specialities and services including; ward-based clinical pharmacy services (e.g. cardiology, elderly care, trauma & orthopaedics), emergency department, aseptic services and dispensary services. Progressing to specialist rotations as a Band 7. Provide ward based clinical pharmacy services to wards, supporting safe and effective prescribing and administration of medicines. Participates in the development, monitoring and continued development of the medicines management systems throughout the hospital. Participate in the evening, weekend and Bank Holiday rota and emergency duty rota where appropriate in line with Agenda for Change. About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk) Date posted 09 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £52,809 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 253-0425-7095842 Job locations Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential MPharm or equivalent academic qualification Completed or near completion of Pre-Registration year leading to Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Current membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continuing education Experience Essential Pre-registration experience Desirable Provision of ward based Clinical Pharmacy Services Contact with prescribers and nursing staff Provision of 'out of hours' pharmaceutical services Experience working in Medicine Information Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good communication Professional attitude Desirable IT Literate Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential MPharm or equivalent academic qualification Completed or near completion of Pre-Registration year leading to Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Current membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continuing education Experience Essential Pre-registration experience Desirable Provision of ward based Clinical Pharmacy Services Contact with prescribers and nursing staff Provision of 'out of hours' pharmaceutical services Experience working in Medicine Information Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good communication Professional attitude Desirable IT Literate Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)