Advanced Specialist Pharmacist Surgery in Truro

Job Title

Advanced Specialist Pharmacist Surgery – NakedK9 Design, LLC

Employer

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Location

Royal Cornwall Hospital, Pharmacy Department, Truro, TR1 3LJ

Date Posted

05 December 2025

Contract & Working Pattern

Permanent, Full-time

Pay & Band

£47,810 to £62,682 per annum pro rata (Band 7 – Agenda for Change)

Reference Number

156-7527489-A

Job Summary

Apply highly specialist knowledge in the pharmaceutical management of surgical patients to develop and implement Trust protocols and guidelines, undertake audits and research, support the development of pharmaceutical services across surgical specialties, and provide specialist advice and training to the multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee monitoring and review of drug therapy for inpatients and outpatients under surgical directorates, ensuring compliance with legislation and Trust policies.
• Conduct accurate medicines reconciliation on admission and discharge, optimise medication therapy, and contribute to the discharge process.
• Provide specialist pharmaceutical advice to consultants, junior staff, GPs, nurses, pharmacy staff and patients/carers, evaluating data and applying professional judgment.
• Collaborate with medical and nursing staff to formulate medicine policies and guidelines that promote rational prescribing, monitor adherence and report on effectiveness.
• Deputise for the lead pharmacist for surgery.
• Maintain good working relationships with ward staff, pharmacy supply services and regional/national colleagues.
• Provide structured feedback on medicines safety, efficacy and expenditure to improve service delivery.

Employment Checks Required

• Identity checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational health clearance
• Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

Person Specification – Essential

Qualifications

• Master\’s Degree in Pharmacy
• GPhC registration
• Clinical diploma or equivalent (or working towards)
• Independent prescriber licence or working towards

Experience

• Extensive experience as a clinical pharmacist in an acute hospital setting
• Experience communicating and collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment

Person Specification – Desirable

Qualifications

• Pharmacy management or supervisory training
• Job‑related higher degree/diploma
• RPS membership

Experience

• Recruitment and management of staff
• Experience with service improvement projects
• Research experience
• Experience with clinical IT systems
• Financial awareness in budget management or business case preparation
• Knowledge of risk management principles

Additional Information

Applications from job seekers who require current skilled‑worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applications must have a current UK professional registration.