Specialist Pharmacist (Trauma and Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Pain)

Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.More detail about the roleThis post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and provide pharmaceutical care for patients undergoing treatment within our Trauma and Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Pain Services.The postholder will be embedded into the Orthopaedic, Rheumatology and Pain multidisciplinary teams promoting the safe and effective use of medicines across the Care Group as well as ensuring the cost-effective use of resources. The postholder will need to be a confident individual and independent prescriber as they will be seeing and prescribing medicines for patients as part of the peri-operative pathwayThe Royal Devon was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.The full job description outlines the key areas of responsibility for the role and the person specification details the qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience required. For more information on the Job Description please view the attachment linked to the advert. We are looking for an innovative and experienced specialist pharmacist to join our team and enhance our ability to provide medicines support for patients undergoing treatment within our Trauma and Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Pain Services. This is a fixed term post for 12 months to cover maternity leave.The postholder will be a key member of the pharmacy team providing supervision and development of pharmacists and maintaining our core services.You will be an excellent communicator interacting with healthcare professionals and patients. You must be highly self-motivated, able to demonstrate leadership skills and have the ability to plan and work, both independently and as part of the wider healthcare team, to deliver excellent pharmaceutical care to our patients.Experienced clinical pharmacists at band 7 with a prescribing qualification and an interest in developing into a specialist band 8a role may be considered for this post depending on experience. If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary to fulfill this role we look forward to hearing from you.This post has been identified as involving access to vulnerable adults and/or children and in line with Trust policy successful applicants will be required to undertake a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure Check/Enhanced Disclosure Check.Working Pattern: 37.5 per week, Requirement to participate in 7 day working to include late duties, bank holidays and weekend working.Interview Date: Monday 29th June 2026.For further information and to arrange an informal visit to meet the team, please contact Marco da Matta Coelho, Clinical Pharmacy Manager Tel 01392 404809 marco.coelho@nhs.netThis is a fixed term contract until 31/08/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.BenefitsWe will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.Looking after you is important to us.We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.Salary is not the only financial benefitYou'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.You will also have access to other benefits including:National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at ExeterCar lease schemes.The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).Cycle to work schemeThese are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.