Rotational Clinical Pharmacist (Band 6 to 7 Step Pathway) in Coventry

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. We are recruiting Pharmacists who want to progress their career in Hospital Clinical Pharmacy, in a rotational development post. Successful candidates will be enrolled into our innovative STAR (Support, Training, Accreditation, Rewards) programme which supports personal, clinical and career development for our Pharmacists and encompasses our:

• Band 6 to 7 Step Pathway
• Financial Development Incentive Scheme

Interviews are planned to take place on 21st August 2026. Interviews will take place face-to-face and cannot be undertaken remotely. Please note that this post is open to applications from Qualified Pharmacists only. You must currently be registered with the GPhC in order to apply for this position. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. You will join our supportive department which has over 80 Clinical Pharmacists who are vital members of the multidisciplinary team and play a key role in the delivery of our comprehensive pharmacy service; ensuring our patients receive safe, effective and timely medication therapy.

You will also be enrolled onto join our innovative rotational training programme to gain experience in specialties including Acute Medicine, Renal, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Respiratory, Surgery, Neurology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Stroke and Paediatrics. Enhanced training in areas including Aseptics & Oncology, High-Cost Medicines, Clinical Trials, Medicines Safety and Assurance, TPN, Critical Care and Digital Pharmacy can be supported once candidates have stepped up to a Band 7 level.

As part of our STAR development programme you will be supported with a development plan which includes:

• A structured induction to the department. Bespoke induction pathways are available for Pharmacists transitioning into Hospital Pharmacy from other sectors.
• A personalised development portfolio
• Support towards post-graduate learning; leadership programmes, clinical diploma or independent prescribing
• Regular 1:1 educational observations in practice
• Experiential learning in each clinical rotation
• Bespoke learning outcomes for each clinical rotation
• Access to study leave

University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

To participate in Pharmacy clinical services delivery involving any of the following:

• Ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented;
• Medicines reconciliation is completed;
• Patients own drugs are reconciled;
• Dispensing for discharge is facilitated;
• Communicate effectively with patients and/or carers to improve medication adherence.

To effectively communicate with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe and effective prescribing and administration practice of medicines at the Trust. To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical needs, propose solutions and refer as needed to more senior staff. To monitor patients’ response to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To identify drug interactions, prioritise these and take appropriate action to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on other prescriptions initiated during the patients’ admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take the best course of action to resolve these to ensure patient safety. To identify deviations in prescribing from guidelines or formulary standards and take appropriate action to ensure appropriate prescribing practice is maintained at the Trust. To complete all documentation according to Trust and departmental policies. To work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary and Pharmacy environment. To undertake clinical audit as required by the department. To undertake peer assessment activities as outlined in the Pharmacy Step Pathway to assess communication and decision-making skills, obtain feedback, and amend practice where necessary. To support with the delivery of training and education of student placements as required by the department. To undertake prescribing responsibilities as an independent prescriber in line with the Trust’s Universal Scope of Practice for Pharmacist Independent Prescribing, Standard Operating Procedures, and Clinical Guidelines, or within a defined specialist prescribing scope formally approved through the Medicines Policy and Practice Committee, ensuring safe and effective prescribing practice at all times.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description. If you would like any further information please contact a member of the Pharmacy team who will be happy to support your enquiry.