Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Advanced Pharmacist - Bank
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Advanced Pharmacist - Bank
Clinical Pharmacist (Integrated Pharmacy Team) – Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Location: Base at Glan Clwyd Hospital, North Wales Employment Type: Full-time (Contract terms to be discussed)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate pharmacist with a keen interest in clinical services to join our expanding integrated pharmacy team in North Wales. This is a unique, patient-focused role where you will:
- Work alongside ward-based clinical pharmacy teams and the multidisciplinary team (MDT)
- Directly influence patient care through medication decisions and treatment choices
- Contribute to guideline and protocol development across Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
- Collaborate in specialist divisions, including Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and General Medicine
Key Responsibilities
-
Clinical Care:
- Provide direct clinical input to patients across the Central Integrated Healthcare Community (Central IHC)
- Advise on medication safety and optimisation, supporting ward-based teams
- Lead and mentor junior pharmacists and technicians
- Advise on treatment options in collaboration with prescribing staff
-
Service Development & Leadership:
- Drive improvements in medication safety and patient flow
- Develop and implement clinical guidelines, protocols, and procedures
- Support interprofessional working with doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals
- Take accountability and lead in service expansion initiatives
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
-
Multidisciplinary & Team Collaboration:
- Engage with senior clinical staff and colleagues across primary, community, and secondary care
- Act as a clinical leader and resource for Pharmacy technicians and hospital pharmacists
- Represent the Pharmacy team in multidisciplinary planning sessions
-
Organisational Commitment:
- Contribute to on-call pharmacy services and public holiday coverage as required
- Uphold BCUHB’s Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with BCUHB’s commitments
Qualifications & Experience
Essential Criteria
- Degree: MPharm or equivalent pharmaceutical qualification
- Registration: Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate Qualifications/Experience:
- MSc or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or
- Comparable experience (e.g., longitudinal clinical specialisation)
- Prescribing: Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
- Pharmacy Sector Experience:
- Proven experience working in the NHS sector (managed care) or community pharmacy
- Evidence of successful implementation of clinical improvements
Desirable Criteria
- Clinical Specialism: Previous experience in critical care, emergency medicine, or surgical pharmacy
- Leadership & Management: Experience in team management, line management, or innovative pharmacy practice
Key Aptitudes & Skills
Essential
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills (adapted to multidisciplinary teams)
- IT Competence: Proficient in pharmacy-related IT systems
- Change Agility: Experience in initiat[ing] or oversee[ing] process improvements
- Organisational Capacity: Ability to prioritise, delegate, and meet deadlines
- Analytical: Skilled at reviewing protocols and enhancing procedural standards
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Values
- Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Thrives on self-driven professional development
- Patient-Centric Approach: Deeply patient focused in clinical decision-making
- Adaptability: Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ideal Candidate Profile
✔ Passionate about evidence-based practice and medication safety ✔ Strong clinical judgment with a drive to positively influence care pathways ✔ Collaborative and able to build effective relationships in interdisciplinary settings ✔ Welsh proficiency is desirable—multilingual (English/Welsh) welcome
Why Join BCUHB?
➡ Thriving healthcare hub serving a population of ~700,000 across North Wales ➡ Opportunity to grow within one of Wales’ largest public health providers ➡ Supportive leadership promoting equality, diversity, and disability inclusion ➡ North Wales’ highest natural beauty: Coastal walks, mountains, and city life in Chester nearby
Work closely with leading healthcare experts while enjoying unrivalled work-life opportunities in one of the most scenic regions of the UK.
N.B. Applications in Welsh are fully supported—disability confident employer.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location