Senior Pharmacist - Powys Living Well Service
Powys Teaching Health Board
Bronllys, Brecon, LD3 0LS
Salary
£58,379 to £65,723
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job description
This is a new role created to support the multidisciplinary team at Powys Living Well Service deliver a biopsychosocial approach to the management of ...
The Pharmacist role will be a key contributor to the Powys Living Well Service providing specialist expertise around medicines, building on the existing multidisciplinary team (MDT) members clinical expertise and supporting primary care colleagues and service users. Managing a clinical case load including agreed prescribing responsibilities.Providing expert advice on medicines and therapeutics, including specialist pharmaceutical advice and legislative guidance for the Living Well Service.Leading on policy and guideline development around medicines for the management of long-term conditions. Updating health care practitioners on changes in clinical practice; guidance and national policy around medicines within the therapeutic areas covered by the service.Supporting individuals who would benefit from clinical pharmacist input, including medication reviews, optimising medicines use and identifying opportunities for deprescribing and encouraging self-management.Contribute to teaching, training and supervision of other staff within the service.Undertaking research, audit and service development will be an integral part of service delivery.
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We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Master's degree (MPharm) or equivalent BPharm or BSc in Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or Therapeutics or equivalent
- Independent prescriber
- Excellent understanding of pharmacy/medicines standards, legal requirements and guidelines
Desirable
- Recognised leadership or managerial development course, or equivalent experience
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Recognised Medicines Information training and experience
Experience
Essential
- Significant recent experience of working as a clinical pharmacist
- Working directly with clinicians and within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in undertaking audit and research
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate information clearly, accurately and concisely
- Manage professionally challenging conversations and situations
- Analyse, appraise and interpret highly complex data and evidence where information may be limited and open to differing opinions to make an informed recommendation about medication therapy
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout Powys to sites and GP Practices and to off-site meetings within Wales or England
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
26 August 2026
Last checked
28 August 2026
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