Job Description

The closing date is 28th Jan 2026

Job summary

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The Outpatient Pharmacist at Musgrove Park Hospital is responsible for delivering a high-quality, patient-focused pharmacy service, ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines in line with national and local guidelines. The role involves providing expert clinical advice, managing and supervising pharmacy staff, overseeing audits and governance, and supporting service development and medicines management initiatives. It requires strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, along with full GPhC registration and a commitment to continuous professional development.


Join us to make a real impact on patient care and contribute to the ongoing development of our pharmacy services.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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As an Outpatient Pharmacist, you will lead the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused pharmacy service at Musgrove Park Hospital. Your responsibilities include ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines, providing expert clinical advice to healthcare professionals, and managing the day-to-day operations of the outpatient pharmacy. You will supervise and develop pharmacy staff, maintain compliance with governance and GPhC standards, oversee audits and quality improvement initiatives, and support medicines management and service development. Acting as the Responsible Pharmacist, you will ensure timely supply of medicines, manage controlled drugs in line with legislation, and contribute to policy development and financial performance monitoring.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Outpatient Pharmacist to lead and deliver a high-quality pharmacy service for outpatients. You will ensure the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines in line with national and local guidelines, provide expert clinical advice, and manage the day-to-day operations of the outpatient pharmacy. This is a leadership role requiring strong clinical knowledge, organisational skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.


The Outpatient Pharmacist at Musgrove Park Hospital plays a key leadership role in delivering a high-quality, patient-centred pharmacy service for outpatients. The position is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines in accordance with national and local guidelines, while providing expert clinical advice to healthcare professionals. This role involves managing the day-to-day operations of the outpatient pharmacy, supervising and developing pharmacy staff, and maintaining compliance with governance frameworks, legislation, and professional standards.


The pharmacist will act as the Responsible Pharmacist, oversee audits and quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to strategic planning and service development. Additional responsibilities include managing controlled drugs and unlicensed medicines, monitoring key performance indicators and financial data, and supporting medicines management initiatives to optimise prescribing practices. The post holder must maintain accurate records, uphold confidentiality, and ensure continuity of service during operational challenges. Candidates are required to hold full registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council and demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, leadership ability, and organisational skills. A commitment to continuous professional development is essential, and an independent prescribing qualification is desirable.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Full current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) in the United Kingdom.


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Experience

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Essential

Management experience within the hospital or retail pharmacy sectors. Experience of working effectively within a team. Experience of providing a high-quality pharmacy service. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of clinical governance. Thorough understanding of the legislation which applies to the receipt, storage and dispensing of medicines. Comprehensive understanding of healthcare practices in primary and secondary care. Thorough understanding of the GPhC requirements for a pharmacist. Maintains a broad knowledge of clinical and pharmacy practice. Demonstrable commitment to CPD.



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Additional Criteria

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Essential

Please see the attached JD


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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.


From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.


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UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.


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For help with your application, contact:

Shi Ning Ung


shining.ung@somersetft.nhs.uk


01935606603


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Pay scheme

Agenda for Change


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Band

Band 8a


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Salary

55690.00 to 62682.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Full-Time


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Reference number

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Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA