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    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • Are you keen to learn?
  • Are you ambitious and ready to be supported through education, and a dedicated training plan to support your journey within hospital Pharmacy?
  • Candidates will be required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage.

Responsibilities

  • As a member of this busy but friendly team you will experience many core aspects of pharmacy practice.
  • As well as the clinical work, you will have commitments to the dispensary, will be expected to contribute to our 7 day working service and our on call service.
  • Pharmacists are part of an engaged and progressive Pharmacy team wanting to support our hospital areas where we help staff cope with the ever increasing elderly population and their complex needs.
  • We Operate With 2 Dispensaries On 4 Main Sites And Your Rotation Will Allow You To Experience a Full Range Of Clinical Activities Such As
  • Medicine including A&E, medical admissions, cardio-respiratory, older peoples care and gastroenterology.
  • Surgery including ICU and Surgical Admissions.
  • Orthopaedics including working at Wrightington Hospital where you will gain experience of anti-TNF therapy and Rheumatology. This hospital has an international reputation and the pharmacy team has significant involvement with consultants and nurse specialists to support and deliver this care.
  • Oncology and Parenteral Nutrition.
  • Paediatrics.
  • Medicines Information and medicines safety.
  • Clinical trials.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Clinical Pharmacist position?

The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 0900 to 1730, with weekends, late nights, on-call, and bank holidays on rotation.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

Will I receive training and support in this role?

Yes, you will receive dedicated time for development and training from experienced pharmacists to help you progress.

What is the goal for career advancement in this role?

Our aim is to develop you to become ready for a Band 7 post within twelve to eighteen months.

What types of clinical activities will I experience in this role?

You will experience a full range of clinical activities, including medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, oncology, paediatrics, medicines information, and clinical trials.

Are there any specific requirements I must meet to apply for this position?

Candidates will be required to present original certificates for qualifications at the interview stage.

What technologies will I use in my role?

The department is fully modernised and uses ARX robots, EMIS software, and has successfully implemented Allscripts Electronic Prescribing.

Who can I contact for further details or an informal visit about the Clinical Pharmacist position?

You can contact Ali Al-Chalabi at ali.al-chalabi@wwl.nhs.uk or call 01942822788 for further details or to arrange an informal visit. You can also reach out to Christopher Gillaspy at Christopher.Gillaspy@wwl.nhs.uk.

Providing high quality NHS healthcare for our patients across the Wigan Borough.

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Mission & Purpose

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services, including acute and elective care, to the communities in Wigan and surrounding areas. Their mission focuses on delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring patient safety, with an emphasis on teaching and research to advance medical practice. The Trust aims to improve health outcomes, enhance patient experience, and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the healthcare system.