AWTTC Advanced Pharmacist

NHS; Penarth; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 36 months to meet the needs of the service.

We are seeking three talented, motivated and enthusiastic pharmacists to join the All Wales Therapeutics and Toxicology Centre (AWTTC), the national NHS organisation that produces guidance on the best use of medicines in Wales.

You will deliver work associated with the national scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG) programme, supporting innovative approaches to medicine assessment, patient access and uptake of new medicines.

AWTTC supports medicines assessment, medicines optimisation, prescribing analysis, medicines safety, education, and toxicology services. The VPAG programme aligns with clinical initiatives across NHS Wales, supporting existing structures and emerging priorities.

The role involves working at a national level as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Supporting the VPAG project leads, the post holders will use their knowledge and expertise to work across three main workstreams, medicines assessment, horizon scanning and financial forecasting, and implementation.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will have excellent communication and presenting skills and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. You will establish and maintain effective working relationships and engagement with a very diverse range of stakeholders, including clinical experts and policy makers. You will be able to work to tight deadlines and have experience leading and coordinating the delivery of multiple projects.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job details

Date posted: 14 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £54,550 to £61,412 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 36 months

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 001-HS019-0425

Job location: Routledge Academic Centre, University Hospital, Llandough, Penlan Road, Llandough, Penarth, CF64 2XX

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree
• MSC/Diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent knowledge

Experience

• Broad experience of working as a pharmacist
• Literature searching and evaluation

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Presentation skills
• IT Skills

Knowledge

• Understanding of medicine assessment methodology
• Knowledge of research design, methodology, conduct and reporting
• Understanding of the role of AWTTC

Desirable

• Knowledge of Welsh Health strategies for the NHS

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address: Routledge Academic Centre, University Hospital, Llandough, Penlan Road, Llandough, Penarth, CF64 2XX

Employer's website: https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/