Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospital pharmacy as a progressive Band 6 to Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist?



We are looking for Band 6 Rotational Pharmacists to join the team and help shape the pharmacy service whilst developing into Band 7 Clinical Pharmacists. Developmental support is available from the established Pharmacy Clinical and Education Teams.



All training, education and diploma fees are fully covered by the trust.



University Hospital Dorset was created merging two hospitals; the Bournemouth site is developing into the major emergency care hospital and Poole site into the major planned care hospital.



The patient is at the centre of all that we do and our strategy is to provide a pharmacy service that has medicines optimisation at its heart. EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) has been implemented across the whole trust.



The Pharmacy Team



is well regarded throughout the Trust and recognised as integral to clinical development



is forward thinking, constantly looking for ways to improve the service and introduce new ways of working



is friendly, welcoming and supportive linking in with fellow healthcare professionals in the trust, primary care and integrated care system

Interview Date:

6th November 2025



Rotations will be supported by a training package alongside support from specialist pharmacists and accredited pharmacy technicians. You will complete the Newly Qualified Pharmacist training programme, undertake the Clinical Pharmacy Diploma and have the opportunity to progress to the Independent Prescribing qualification.



The Pharmacy Team



is well regarded throughout the Trust and recognised as an integral element of clinical development.



is forward thinking, embracing change, whilst constantly looking for ways to improve the service and introduce new ways of working.



is friendly, welcoming and supportive linking in with all our fellow healthcare professionals both in the trust, primary care and integrated care systems.



The patient is at the centre of all that we do and our strategy is to provide a pharmacy service that has medicines optimisation at its heart. EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) has been implemented across the whole trust and digital medicines are essential for our pharmacy team to be at the forefront of technology.



The UHD pharmacy team recruitment promise



The pharmacy team embraces and champions, equality, diversity and inclusivity.



We commit to consider all potential work life balance options for posts for example part time, job share, flexible or condensed hours



We can offer fully paid and highly regarded training opportunities such as Postgraduate Accreditations and Diplomas, student training programmes and advanced leadership courses



We celebrate and welcome applicants from other pharmacy sectors, those returning to practice or from outside the UK and will actively consider visa applications for registered posts



The post holder will be required to have GPhC registration, be ready to promote change, have a team focus on quality improvement, show initiative for development of their own and the team's clinical pharmacy skills to deliver a high quality and patient focused pharmacy service.



Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.



UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.



This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.



To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert



Please be aware candidates must meet the criteria below



MPharm or equivalent or pending



Registered (or eligible to be) as a Pharmacist in the UK with the GPhC



Eligibility for relocation costs can be discussed should you be required to relocate if you live more than 40 miles from the Trust and are already a resident in the UK



This role requires GPhC Registration .

Base Locations:

Cross site at Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital

Interview Date:

TBC