Highly Specialist Pharmacist - Rheumatology and Gastroenterology

Transformationunitgm; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization in Manchester is seeking a Highly Specialist Pharmacist for Rheumatology and Gastroenterology. This role focuses on delivering a patient-centered clinical pharmacy service and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development. Prior experience in relevant specialties is not mandatory. Offering a full-time role, this is a unique opportunity to impact patient care positively in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist.
• Extensive experience in hospital pharmacy in a clinical role.
• Demonstrates expert clinical knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality patient-focused clinical pharmacy service.
• Establish effective relationships with clinical staff and stakeholders.
• Promote the safe, clinically-effective use of medicines.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Leadership and initiative

Teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Education

Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy

Independent non-medical prescribing qualification

Job description

Main area Specialist Medicine, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology Grade NHS AfC: Band 8a Contract 12 months (12 month fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Late night, bank holiday and weekends on a rota pattern) Job ref 349-CSS-7571561-RL4

Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site North Manchester General Hospital Town Manchester Salary £55,690 - £62,682 per annum / pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 28/12/2025 23:59

Highly Specialist Pharmacist - Rheumatology and Gastroenterology

NHS AfC: Band 8a

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highly Specialist Pharmacist to join the rheumatology and gastroenterologyteam at MFT, based at North Manchester General Hospital. You will deliver a high-quality, patient focused, clinical pharmacy service to inpatient and outpatient rheumatology and gastroenterology service users.

The pharmacy team at NMGH is deeply integrated within the multidisciplinary team, offering a wealth of expert clinical skills and numerous opportunities through pharmacist-led clinics. This integration ensures a comprehensive and collaborative approach to patient care. In addition to inpatient gastroenterology wards, the service includes outpatient clinic provision and homecare services to facilitate timely access to advanced therapies.

Prior experience in rheumatology and gastroenterology is not essential - we encourage you to apply if you have a passion for these specialties, and have previous experience working in a similar specialist clinical area.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a high quality patient focused clinical pharmacy service for rheumatology and gastroenterology and to establish effective relationships with clinical staff and other stakeholders delivering inpatient and outpatient care to our service users.

To promote the responsible, safe, clinically-effective and cost-effective use of medicines within the rheumatology and gastroenterology specialties.

To support education and development of medical, nursing and pharmacy staff in your role as Highly Specialist Pharmacist.

You will further develop your leadership and management capabilities within the Pharmacy department and, as a senior member of the Pharmacy Team, will be expected to deputise for the 8b Lead Pharmacist as necessary.

In addition to demonstrating enthusiasm for these specialties, you must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to both collaborate effectively within a team and manage your individual workload. The ability to lead and motivate others, influence multidisciplinary teams, and engage with key stakeholders is essential.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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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.

Diversity Matters

MFT 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.

Person specification

Registration

• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
• Member of National/International Specialist Organisation in area of responsibility

Qualifications

• Vocational Masters degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy
• One year pre-registration Training
• Successful completion of pre-registration examination
• Independent non-medical prescribing qualification
• Attendance at relevant conferences and training courses

Knowledge and Experience

• 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
• Research experience
• Awareness of current Government, Trust and local policies
• Previous experience in delivering training and education
• Experience of covering intensive care or high dependency patients
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience in delivering training and education

Skills

• 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 self-motivated 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
• Experience of evaluating financial information related to use of medicines
• Demonstration of innovation
• Able to delegate authority appropriately

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Jon Kwok — Lead Pharmacist - Medicine and Gastroenterology

Email: [emailprotected]

Telephone: [phone]

Additional information: Joanna Wallett – Head of Pharmacy, NMGH

Email: [emailprotected]