Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist with significant experience in the specialty of Thrombosis and Anticoagulation to become our Health Board wide Principal Pharmacist for Thrombosis and Anticoagulation.
We are looking for a highly motivated, intuitive leader and independent thinker, who steps up to a challenge and manages change effectively. Our ideal candidate thrives on collaborative working with a range of stakeholders, including; healthcare professionals, financial and directorate managers, people services and the wider Pharmacy team.
You will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team within the specialty of thrombosis and anticoagulation, actively participating in the Health Board thrombosis and Anticoagulation Steering Group and leading on operational sub-groups. You will be responsible for leading on, providing and developing an anticoagulation dosing and monitoring service across the Health Board.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be the Principal Pharmacist, responsible for UHB wide thrombosis and anticoagulation services. They will be responsible for providing a safe and effective clinical pharmacy service to the Specialty and Directorate.
They will provide clinical and professional leadership and support to the CTMUHB Thrombosis and Anticoagulation (T&A) committee, and other UHB strategic and operational committees/groups as required.
The post holder is responsible for managing, leading, developing and delivering specialist thrombosis and anticoagulation services across CTMUHB.
They will support the clinical haematology staff in the acute sites, and GP colleagues in primary care in risk assessment of the population and clinical mitigation of thrombosis risk.
They will lead on assuring the safety and sustainability of anticoagulation services by actively supporting the prescribing of anticoagulation including patient review clinics.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable at Level 3 Speaking/Listening (or 'B1' Level if you've learnt Welsh as an adult). This doesn't mean you have to be fluent or able to write long reports in Welsh; it just means being able to hold simple conversations with patients. Have a look at the 'Croeso Candidate' guide attached below for more information.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improveo We treat everyone with respecto We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£65,424 to £76,021 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-PST
Job locations
To be completed on recruitment UHB wide
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Hospital/managed sector pharmacy experience including extensive experience in clinical pharmacy
* Experience of providing anticoagulation or other patient clinic services
* Experience of training, managing and supervising staff
* Experience of planning audit, quality improvement or research
* Experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
* Ability to train/supervise other members of staff
* Evidence of experience in clinical audit, service improvement, practice research, implementation of procedures and protocols
Desirable
* Experience of implementing change
* Experience of managing a team/service
* Experience of monitoring activity and financial expenditure
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
* Vocational Master's Degree in Pharmacy
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)
* Member of the RPS Faculty or working towards faculty membership
* Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc in Clinical or Hospital Pharmacy, or equivalent experience
* Excellent Knowledge of anticoagulation management
* Excellent knowledge of medicines management issues between Primary and Secondary Care
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Good knowledge of strategic plans for pharmacy services/ development
* Proven record of clinical competence
* Knowledge of risk management in hospital pharmacy
Desirable
* Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutics
* Independant Prescriber
* Understanding of quality improvement and IQT methodology
* Post Graduate Management course
Other role requirements
Essential
* Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Effective organisational and prioritising skills
* Able to evaluate information and make decisions involving highly complex facts
* Tolerates uncertainty
* Manages difficult and ambiguous problems
* Ability to manage conflict and deal with difficult situations
* Able to reconcile national priorities and local realities
* Able to engage, motivate and manage staff of all grades
Desirable
* Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Hospital/managed sector pharmacy experience including extensive experience in clinical pharmacy
* Experience of providing anticoagulation or other patient clinic services
* Experience of training, managing and supervising staff
* Experience of planning audit, quality improvement or research
* Experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
* Ability to train/supervise other members of staff
* Evidence of experience in clinical audit, service improvement, practice research, implementation of procedures and protocols
Desirable
* Experience of implementing change
* Experience of managing a team/service
* Experience of monitoring activity and financial expenditure
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
* Vocational Master's Degree in Pharmacy
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)
* Member of the RPS Faculty or working towards faculty membership
* Postgraduate Diploma/ MSc in Clinical or Hospital Pharmacy, or equivalent experience
* Excellent Knowledge of anticoagulation management
* Excellent knowledge of medicines management issues between Primary and Secondary Care
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Good knowledge of strategic plans for pharmacy services/ development
* Proven record of clinical competence
* Knowledge of risk management in hospital pharmacy
Desirable
* Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutics
* Independant Prescriber
* Understanding of quality improvement and IQT methodology
* Post Graduate Management course
Other role requirements
Essential
* Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Effective organisational and prioritising skills
* Able to evaluate information and make decisions involving highly complex facts
* Tolerates uncertainty
* Manages difficult and ambiguous problems
* Ability to manage conflict and deal with difficult situations
* Able to reconcile national priorities and local realities
* Able to engage, motivate and manage staff of all grades
Desirable
* Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
To be completed on recruitment UHB wide
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
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Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
To be completed on recruitment UHB wide
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
Employer's website
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