Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist ( Calderdale and Huddersfiled) - West Yorkshire

<p><strong>Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist</strong></p> <p><strong>Banding:</strong> Band 7 or 8a<br><strong>Location:</strong> Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH) or Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI)<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br><strong>Duration:</strong> Ongoing<br><strong>Hourly Rate:</strong> £30–£35 per hour (DOE)<br><strong>Working Hours:</strong> Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00 (occasional requirement to work until 18:00)</p> <p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p> <p>Pulse is now recruiting for an experienced Band 7 or 8a Clinical Pharmacist to join the Clinical Pharmacy Service at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.<br>This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high‑quality medicines optimisation, provide expert clinical input, and support multidisciplinary teams across a range of clinical settings.</p> <p>You must have strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both autonomously and within a wider team.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>Clinical Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Review prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, legality, and potential drug interactions.</li> <li>Dispense and supply medications in line with Trust and legal standards.</li> <li>Provide clinical and professional advice to medical, nursing, AHP and pharmacy staff, as well as patients and carers.</li> <li>Make evidence-based clinical recommendations, including dose adjustments and complex drug calculations.</li> <li>Manage medication decisions for patients with renal/hepatic impairment, co‑morbidities, or concurrent therapies.</li> <li>Advise in high‑risk areas such as IV therapy, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.</li> <li>Use professional judgement to manage complex clinical scenarios where definitive information may be limited.</li> <li>Participate in pharmacy audits, research, and quality‑improvement activities.</li> <li>Support antimicrobial stewardship in collaboration with microbiology and antibiotic pharmacists.</li> <li>(If qualified) Prescribe independently within your area of competence.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Professional Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Implement Trust Medicines Management and medication safety policies.</li> <li>Undertake duties of the Responsible Pharmacist when required.</li> <li>Contribute to staff training, supervision, and education of pharmacy students and wider healthcare colleagues.</li> <li>Maintain up‑to‑date CPD in line with GPhC requirements.</li> <li>Work flexibly across CRH, HRI and other Trust sites where needed.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications Experience</strong></p> <p><strong>Essential:</strong></p> <ul> <li>MPharm or equivalent degree approved by the GPhC</li> <li>GPhC registered Pharmacist</li> <li>Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)</li> <li>Minimum 1 year pre‑registration training</li> <li>Strong clinical pharmacy and medicines management knowledge</li> <li>Understanding of medicines governance</li> <li>Computer literate – ideally with experience using Cerner and EMIS</li> <li>Experience in clinical audit and/or pharmacy practice research</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and meet deadlines</li> <li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li> <li>Commitment to ongoing CPD</li> <li>Eligibility to work in the UK</li> <li>Ability to work across multiple Trust sites</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Independent Prescriber qualification</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Choose Pulse?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Daily payroll</li> <li>Access to exclusive NHS and private sector roles</li> <li>Dedicated consultant support (Mimi!)</li> <li>Free mandatory training</li> <li>Free DBS/Compliance</li> <li>Streamlined registration process</li> <li>Support with revalidation CPD</li> <li>£300 recommend‑a‑friend bonus scheme</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>If you’re interested in this role, please contact the Pharmacy team at Pulse AHP.<br>Apply ... (truncated, view full listing at source)