Job summary Are you looking to expand your clinical skills? We are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic pharmacist to join our experienced clinical pharmacy team within Community Services at Salford.Working in a variety of community settings including Intermediate Care, Care Homes, and Home First, you will support patients and the wider team to ensure that people under our care get the most from their medicines. Based in the community, we work closely with the Acute Pharmacy Department. This includes access to training and career-development opportunities.You must have excellent practical clinical knowledge and able to communicate effectively with fellow professionals, support staff and patients. You must be confident working independently with support provided by our senior team.With the changing focus on where NHS services can be best delivered this is an exciting opportunity to learn new skills, develop in your career and work as part of a friendly and supportive team. Main duties of the job The clinical pharmacy role within Community Services can pro-actively help patients remain well and out of hospital, reducing demands on the acute Trust. The role supports patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines, working as part of multidisciplinary teams.Key responsibilities for the post:Provide a high-quality clinical pharmacy service within the community setting.Participating in MDT and Consultant Ward rounds.Identify and resolve medicines-related issues on transfer between care settingsEnsuring safe practice and development of guidelines and procedures.Education and training of staff on safe and appropriate use and prescribing of medicines.Support the delivery of other community medicines optimisations and medicine safety workstreams when requiredThere is currently no on-call or weekend/late night commitment with this role. A valid drivers' licence and access to a car for work purposes is essential. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 236-DPG-P159-25 Job locations Salford Royal Pharmacy Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Job description Job responsibilities In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone. Job description Job responsibilities In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oVocational master's degree in pharmacy or equivalent. oWorking towards a post graduate clinical qualification or has equivalent clinical experience. Note there will be a requirement to complete a post graduate clinical qualification Desirable oPost Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy. oNon-medical prescribing qualification. Registration Essential oRegistered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain Knowledge and skills Essential oSufficient post qualification experience of hospital pharmacy or primary care. oGood all-round clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills. oAbility to work on initiative and as part of a team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oVocational master's degree in pharmacy or equivalent. oWorking towards a post graduate clinical qualification or has equivalent clinical experience. Note there will be a requirement to complete a post graduate clinical qualification Desirable oPost Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy. oNon-medical prescribing qualification. Registration Essential oRegistered with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain Knowledge and skills Essential oSufficient post qualification experience of hospital pharmacy or primary care. oGood all-round clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills. oAbility to work on initiative and as part of a team. 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Salford Royal Pharmacy Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)