About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
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It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Role Summary
Are you a trainee pharmacist looking to register as a pharmacist with the GPhC in the Summer 2025? Are you striving to improve patient care and experience, whilst looking to expand and improve your knowledge within Hospital Pharmacy? We have an exciting opportunity to join our small and friendly established team of Pharmacists at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple in a post that offers structured progression from a Band 6 to Band 7 position within an 18 - 24 month period. As this is a development role, there will be plenty of learning opportunities in a top-ranked NHS Trust and teaching hospital that provides a full range of acute hospital services to the people of Devon.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional Pharmacy team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
As part of your role, you will participate in a range of rotations:
* Acute medicine
* Gastroenterology / respiratory
* Cardiology / care of the elderly
* Stroke
* Surgery and orthopaedics
You will get to work with a wider multidisciplinary team, including:
* Medical and surgical teams
* Specialist nurses
* Allied health professionals
* Nutrition team
* Pain team
* Hospice
Your day-to-day duties will include:
* Clinical review of inpatients
* Providing clinical advice to other professionals
* Discharge facilitation
* Supporting the dispensary (a small portion of your day)
As a Pharmacist at North Devon District Hospital, you will be playing a crucial role in delivering a high-quality Clinical Pharmacy service across a diverse range of wards. The role offers exposure to various specialties, enabling you to develop your core knowledge and skills, as well as the opportunity to be supported in your professional development, whether that’s your clinical diploma, or independent prescribing course. We have clearly mapped pathways to broaden your experience and help you progress.
Newly Qualified Pharmacists will begin at a Band 6 level which will provide you with a solid foundation in all the essential areas of Hospital Pharmacy. We will support you to gain funding for a clinical diploma and on completion of well-defined developmental gateways, you will progress to a Band 7 pharmacist.
We’re passionate about supporting your wellbeing too. All new team members have a tailored induction and join our Pharmacy buddy scheme. You’ll have a dedicated ‘buddy’ to help you find your feet in the first few days and weeks. Plus, there’s Trust-wide events and activities focussed on your health and wellbeing.
This post will attract a Recruitment and Retention Premium totalling £2,000 (pro-rata for part time employees) plus an on-call premium of approximately £2,400 (both subject to eligibility), these will be paid in instalments over a 12-month period.
We understand that relocating for a new role can be a significant step, both personally and financially. That’s why we offer a generous package of support, including financial assistance, to help ease the transition for those considering relocation. If you are relocating to North Devon for this role, we can offer either an annual accommodation allowance or a relocation allowance (the former for those renting a property and the latter for those buying a property). For full details on these packages of support, please contact us.
If you are ready for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment where you can expand your skills, we’re ready to welcome you. Apply now and be a part of a Hospital team that values collaboration, education and patient-focussed care.
Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week
Interview Date:To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Henry Goss; Clinical Pharmacy Manager on henrygoss@nhs.net or Steve Williams; Senior Support Manager on stevenwilliams1@nhs.net / 01271 322390
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.
TheRoyal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trustwas established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both theRoyal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
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