Promotion follows to other grades. Higher Pharmacist grades involve administration and organisational skills. Continued professional development is expected. There are national pay scales with annual increments but Trust hospitals are now able to set their own rates locally. Working hours and conditions Typically includes mainly 9-5 possibly with some extra hours The job can involve some weekend and evening cover.
Work is organised on a daily basis in the dispensary and on the wards, with direct patient contact.
Jobs are available in most areas Available in most towns and cities but not in rural areas. Lifestyle implications Organised routine work. Excellent for part-time or jobshare. You will need meticulous care and attention to detail and a very responsible attitude to work and behaviour is necessary. Gender balance Biased towards women.