Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Pharmacist – Band 6 to Band 7 Progression
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Pharmacist Opportunities – Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (BHFT)
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist eager to be part of the future of pharmacy service development? Do you believe that patient safety and patient experience should always come first?
If so, we have exciting opportunities for you at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (BHFT). We are recruiting Pharmacists at:
- Band 6 (entry level)
- Band 6 or Band 7 (depending on experience)
About the Role
Our Pharmacy Department is a vibrant, forward-thinking team with a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth. Through our structured rotation programme in Clinical Pharmacy Services, you will gain valuable experience across a range of specialties.
We are fully committed to your training and development, supporting you to:
- Excel in patient care
- Progress your career with opportunities to:
- Study for a post-graduate certificate, diploma, or independent prescribing qualification
- Complete the general level competency framework (subject to funding)
"Don’t forget to watch our recruitment videos in the supporting documents to learn more about our team and the exciting journey ahead!"
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Ward-Based Duty
- Deliver a high-quality ward-based clinical pharmacy service through structured rotations, including:
- Drug chart reviews
- Drug history taking
- Medicines reconciliation
- Supply of medications
- Patient consultations
- Medicines optimisation
- Discharge Medication Service (DMS)
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- Provide pharmaceutical advice on:
- Supply and clinical issues to healthcare professionals
- Medication-related guidance to patients (focusing on medicines started, stopped, or changed during admission, including side-effect profiles to maximise patient benefits)
Training & Support
- Supervise junior pharmacy technicians and assistants
- Support the education of:
- Pre-registration pharmacists
- Staff in training grades
Dispensary Services
- Participate in dispensary operations including:
- Dispensing
- Clinical verification
- Prescription review
- Accuracy checking
- Patient consultations
Service Continuity & Flexibility
- Ensure 24/7 service delivery by participating in:
- Late-night shifts
- Weekend rostering
- Bank holiday cover
About Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of approximately 700,000 people across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, with key hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Services include:
- Accident & Emergency (A&E)
- Obstetrics-led Maternity
- Paediatrics
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Upon joining, you will be part of a friendly, high-performing Trust dedicated to the health and wellbeing of both staff and patients. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in the region, we offer:
- A comprehensive programme of high-quality training and development to support career progression
- Access to cutting-edge clinical knowledge and technology for delivering the best patient care
Our Values & Diversity Commitment
We focus on more than just qualifications and experience—we seek individuals who align with our trust’s core values and demonstrate behaviours that reflect them. Our recruitment practices prioritise:
- Inclusivity
- Equality and diversity
- A workplace culture that celebrates differences
— Please note: Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised date once sufficient quality applications are received. All new staff will undergo a 6-month probationary period.
Additional Information
- Travel between hospital sites may be required—preparedness for commuting is essential.
- For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Aneesa Akhtar
- Job Title: Principal Pharmacist – Frailty and Complex
- Email: Aneesa.Akhtar@bedsft.nhs.uk
- Telephone: +44 7483 322863
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