About this role
Job summary Are you looking for an opportunity to directly improve patient care? Could your pharmacy knowledge help Manx Care develop its pharmacy services?
Join our friendly and forward-thinking Medicines Optimisation Team as a Senior Medicines Management Pharmacist! This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and experience while supporting projects that improve patient outcomes, enhance medication safety, reduce waste and make the best use of healthcare resources.
Main duties of the job Based within primary and community care, our team work closely with the Frailty Team, GP surgeries, care homes, community mental health, learning disability services and the prison service, making a real difference across a variety of healthcare settings. With duties including clinical medication reviews, production of a Manx Care formulary and shared care for patients, there are roles/hours available in a variety of settings as you choose. There are also roles available in the production of Patient Group Directions, cost savings initiatives and prescribing policies for Manx Care.
We are committed to developing every member of the team and there are opportunities for all staff to have ongoing training every year, which could be formal courses, in-house training or attending conferences.
If you'd like to be part of a service that's shaping the future of medicines optimisation and improving healthcare across the Island, we'd love to hear from you.
About us By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work in a healthcare system that is similar to, but separate from, the NHS, offering a refreshing change from many of the pressures and demands experienced elsewhere in the UK.
We are committed to supporting your professional development through a wide range of learning and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, including access to our well-equipped Education and Training Centre.
Many of our sites offer free on-site parking, and we provide generous relocation packages for the majority of our roles to help make your move as seamless as possible.
Beyond work, the Isle of Man offers an exceptional quality of life, with stunning landscapes, a safe and welcoming community and excellent schools. Residents also benefit from lower personal tax rates than those found in many other European jurisdictions, helping you make the most of your earnings.
Job description Job responsibilities
A workplace that invests in you
Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.
A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.
Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.
Free on-site car parking.
Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Professional knowledge acquired through a masters degree in pharmacy. Pre-registration training to become a member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Registered as a Practising Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). A post-graduate clinical diploma (PG Dip) or relevant clinical experience.
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.
Employer details Employer name Manx Care
Address Cronk Coar
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM4 4RJ
United Kingdom
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