NhsJobs Wakefield

We are looking for a candidate who possesses an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and a good standard of education, particularly in Maths, English, and Science. Applicants should have previous experience working in a pharmacy dispensary environment (NHS or community pharmacy) and experience interacting with patients or customers in a busy setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of dispensing procedures, excellent literacy and numeracy skills, and strong attention to detail. They will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, prioritise workloads effectively, and follow established procedures accurately. Confidence in handling complex medicine names, using computer systems, and communicating clearly with patients and healthcare professionals is essential.

Candidates must have a caring and professional approach, with the ability to deal sensitively with patients who may be unwell or distressed. They should also be physically able to undertake ward-based duties, including transporting medicines and accessing stock, while maintaining a consistently helpful, organised, and patient-focused attitude.

Please see the job description for essential and desirable criteria.

Job description

We are looking for a candidate who possesses an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent) and a good standard of education, particularly in Maths, English, and Science. Applicants should have previous experience working in a pharmacy dispensary environment (NHS or community pharmacy) and experience interacting with patients or customers in a busy setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of dispensing procedures, excellent literacy and numeracy skills, and strong attention to detail. They will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, prioritise workloads effectively, and follow established procedures accurately. Confidence in handling complex medicine names, using computer systems, and communicating clearly with patients and healthcare professionals is essential.

Candidates must have a caring and professional approach, with the ability to deal sensitively with patients who may be unwell or distressed. They should also be physically able to undertake ward-based duties, including transporting medicines and accessing stock, while maintaining a consistently helpful, organised, and patient-focused attitude.

Please see the job description for essential and desirable criteria.

What is the salary for this pharmacist role in Wakefield?

The advertised salary for this pharmacist role at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is £25760.00 to £27476.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacist pay in Wakefield varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 3 open pharmacy vacancies from The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust across the UK. Browse all The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Wakefield?

PharmSee is currently tracking 8 active pharmacy vacancies in Wakefield across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Wakefield pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

How do I apply for this role?

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