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Spire Healthcare, Cardiff | Pontprennau | Bank Pharmacist | Pharmacy | Spire Cardiff Hospital | Private Hospital
Spire Cardiff Hospital is looking for an experienced and motivated Bank Pharmacist to join our hardworking Pharmacy team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care within a leading private hospital. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you'll help ensure patients receive the right medicines at the right time, support clinical decision-making, and contribute to excellent patient outcomes across the hospital.
Whether you're looking for greater flexibility, additional hours, or the opportunity to maintain and develop your hospital pharmacy experience, this bank role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference while working around your existing commitments.
About the Role
As a Bank Pharmacist, you will provide a high-quality clinical pharmacy service across wards, theatres, and outpatient services, supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey.
You will work closely with consultants, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure medicines are used safely, effectively, and in line with best practice standards. Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining regulatory compliance, promoting patient safety, and supporting the delivery of outstanding healthcare services.
At Spire, you'll work in a modern, patient-focused environment where quality and care come first.
Main duties of the job
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide an exemplary pharmacy service in line with current legislation, professional standards, and clinical requirements Perform clinical screening and review of prescriptions to ensure safe and effective medicines use Offer expert advice to consultants, clinicians, and patients regarding medication management Support the safe procurement, storage, supply, and administration of medicines throughout the hospital Promote safe medicines management and contribute to patient safety initiatives Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding patient care Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, governance processes, and professional standards Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of pharmacy services Maintain accurate patient records and pharmacy documentation Support colleagues and share clinical knowledge to promote best practice across the hospital
About us Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.
We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.
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Why Join Us
At Spire Cardiff Hospital, you'll be joining a supportive and welcoming team that genuinely values collaboration, respect, and professional development. We recognise the important contribution every colleague makes and work hard to create an environment where people feel appreciated, supported, and able to thrive.
You'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting one another every step of the way.
Contract: Bank
Days/Hours: Monday Friday 08:30 17:00 and Saturday 08:30 17:00, on a flexible bank basis
Who we're looking for:
Qualified Pharmacist with current GPhC registration and no restrictions on practice Previous hospital pharmacy experience (minimum two years desirable) Experience working within a clinical pharmacy environment SAP experience desirable but not essential Strong clinical knowledge and sound professional judgement Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A compassionate, patient-focused approach to care Reliable, organised, and able to work independently when required A positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues across the hospital Committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and safetyBenefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, both inside and outside of work. This includes:
Competitive hourly rates paid weekly giving you flexibility and control over your earnings Flexible shift patterns work opportunities that fit around your lifestyle and existing commitments Free on-site parking making your commute simpler and more cost-effective Access to the Spire Healthcare pension scheme helping you plan for the future Blue Light Card discounts access savings across hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel providers and leisure attractions Free DBS and uniform supporting you from day one Comprehensive induction and mandatory training ensuring you feel confident, supported and ready to succeed Ongoing learning and development opportunities helping you maintain and grow your clinical skills Dedicated support from our specialist Resourcing Team providing personalised guidance throughout your journey with SpireWhether you're looking for greater flexibility, additional shifts, our bank team offers the chance to build valuable experience within one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers.
We commit to our employees' well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Alison Roberts on [email protected].
We're reviewing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Experience Essential
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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.
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 Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff CF23 8XL
Cardiff
CF23 8XL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)