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Pulse Healthcare
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Banding: Band 7
Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Hourly Rate: £30-31
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Thursday & Friday essential), 08:30–17:00
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking experienced Band 7 Specialist Pharmacists to join the Older Persons Medicine team at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust. With multiple positions available, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a highly regarded NHS trust, delivering patient-centred care to an ageing population while supporting service development and clinical excellence.
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is one of the largest employers on the south coast, with over 8,700 staff based primarily at Queen Alexandra Hospital. The Trust is nationally recognised for its commitment to research, education, and high-quality patient care, creating a dynamic and supportive working environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and develop clinical pharmacy services for older persons’ medicine
- Provide expert pharmaceutical advice to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centred care
- Support medicines optimisation and improve outcomes for elderly patients
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the Trust
- Contribute to clinical governance, risk management, and service improvement initiatives
- Support education and training within the department
Qualifications and Experience
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Experience working at Band 7 level or equivalent in a hospital setting
- Previous experience in older persons’ medicine or general medicine (desirable)
- Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and clinical governance
- Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.
How to Apply
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Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with Pulse.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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