About this role
Job summary
The post-holder will deliver, develop and support the clinical pharmacyservices in a variety of different specialties within the pharmacydepartment on a rotational basis. This in accordance with prioritiesagreed by the lead pharmacist for the specialist area and the clinical sitelead pharmacist.
This role is based at Barnet (BA) and Chase Farm (CFH) Hospitalscovering a variety of areas of pharmacy including Patient Services,Clinical Services and E+T, with the aim of enhancing knowledge andskills and allowing progression towards a more senior role.
There are opportunities to work in specific clinical specialties such asCritical Care, Paediatrics, Care of the Elderly, Acute Medicine, Surgery,Cardiology, Respiratory and Mental Health.
You will have exposure to directorate work such as DTC evaluations,high-cost drug, and audits. Clinical commitment will be expected duringall rotations.
Main duties of the job
The Pharmacy Department is a busy but friendly, progressive and expanding unit, which is dedicated to providing World Class standards of pharmaceutical care to all of our patients. Pharmacy Services incorporate the use of robotic automation and other cutting edge technologies. We practice near patient dispensing throughout the majority of the hospital and have transcribers, independent prescribers and accuracy checking technicians within our highly skilled clinical teams.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward thinking pharmacist to join our Clinical Pharmacy team. The post holder will be expected to promote the safe, cost effective and rational use of drug therapy to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to all of our patients, their families and carers. They will work with the multi-disciplinary team to support and improve patient flow by participation in multidisciplinary ward rounds, review of complex medication regimens, drug history taking, drug interaction monitoring, efficient drug supply and discharge planning.
They will also supply regular and detailed information and assistance to the Division in relation to clinical and financial aspects of drug prescribing and use.
Specialist rotations include Critical Care, Paediatrics, and Acute Admissions, Care of the Elderly, General Medicine, Surgery, Patient, Cardiology, Respiratory and Clinical Services.
This is a full time post, with evening, weekend, Bank Holiday and on-call duties pro rata.
About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values
Education and Professional Qualifications Essential
Masters degree in pharmacy (or equivalent) GPhc (GB) registration Successfully completed postgraduate at certificate level in clinical pharmacy or equivalent or willing to undertake
Desirable
Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Skill and Aptitudes Essential
Demonstrates general clinical knowledge and skills Good written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills Effective pharmaceutical skills Ability to manage time effectively Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels Good negotiation skills Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands Previous experience of delivering training to junior colleagues Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance Understanding of NHS national and local priorities Implements findings of pharmacy practice research
Personal Qualities Essential
Enthusiastic, well motivated, hardworking Reliable to work weekends, bank holidays, late nights and oncall Reliable with good attendance record
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience working in hospital pharmacy Comprehensive Band 6 rotation Broad based clinical experience Evidence of clinical audit \ practice research Experience of training
Desirable
Experience of managing others
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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Chase Farm/Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet, London
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)