Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated pharmacist to join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust as a Highly Specialist Pain and Critical Care Pharmacist on a 0.6 WTE basis, based at Wythenshawe Hospital.
This role provides specialist clinical pharmacy input across the pain service and critical care, supporting safe, effective and high-quality use of medicines for patients with complex needs. The post holder will work closely with consultants, advanced clinical practitioners, nurses and pharmacy colleagues as part of established multidisciplinary teams.
The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist clinical, leadership and service development skills within a large NHS teaching trust.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Provide specialist clinical pharmacy support to patients within the pain service and critical care
- Review, optimise and monitor medicines, including opioids, high-risk and high-cost medicines
- Support opioid stewardship and controlled drug governance
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support safe prescribing and high-quality patient care
- Contribute to service development, audit, guideline development and quality improvement
- Provide education and training to pharmacy, medical and nursing staff
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- Current membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Member of National/ International Specialist Organisation in area of responsibility
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy.
- 1 year pre registration training and experience
- Post-graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy
- Successful completion of preregistration examination
Desirable
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification
- Attendance at relevant conferences and training courses
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in hospital pharmacy in a clinical role
- Experience of specialist hospital pharmacy services or experience in the area of responsibility
- Demonstrates expert clinical knowledge and skills
- Sound clinical knowledge and understanding
- Evidence of continuing professional development Experience in delivering training and education
Desirable
- Research experience
- Awareness of current Government, Trust and local policies
- Previous experience in delivering training and education
Skills
Essential
- Excellent analytical/ problem solving skills particularly with respect to use of medicines in complex situations
- Able to lead and act on own initiative (assertive)
- Able to organise, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Organised and methodical approach to work
- Enthusiastic and selfmotivated and ability to motivate others
- Able to manage difficult and ambiguous problems
- An advanced level of clinical reasoning and judgement
- Able to recognise limitations
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent influencing and negotiating skills
- Numeracy and literacy
Desirable
- Experience of evaluating financial information related to use of medicines
- Demonstration of innovation
- Able to delegate authority appropriately
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- Current membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Member of National/ International Specialist Organisation in area of responsibility
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy.
- 1 year pre registration training and experience
- Post-graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy
- Successful completion of preregistration examination
Desirable
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification
- Attendance at relevant conferences and training courses
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in hospital pharmacy in a clinical role
- Experience of specialist hospital pharmacy services or experience in the area of responsibility
- Demonstrates expert clinical knowledge and skills
- Sound clinical knowledge and understanding
- Evidence of continuing professional development Experience in delivering training and education
Desirable
- Research experience
- Awareness of current Government, Trust and local policies
- Previous experience in delivering training and education
Skills
Essential
- Excellent analytical/ problem solving skills particularly with respect to use of medicines in complex situations
- Able to lead and act on own initiative (assertive)
- Able to organise, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Organised and methodical approach to work
- Enthusiastic and selfmotivated and ability to motivate others
- Able to manage difficult and ambiguous problems
- An advanced level of clinical reasoning and judgement
- Able to recognise limitations
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent influencing and negotiating skills
- Numeracy and literacy
Desirable
- Experience of evaluating financial information related to use of medicines
- Demonstration of innovation
- Able to delegate authority appropriately
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.
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.
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).
