About this role
Job summary
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is a modern, forward-thinking teaching hospital providing acute services to a population of around one million people. As one of the largest acute teaching hospitals in the UK, we have strong academic links with the University of East Anglia's School of Pharmacy and Norwich Medical School.
Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) is fully established across inpatient wards, the Emergency Department and outpatient services, supporting safe, efficient and innovative patient care.
The Pharmacy Department is recognised for its commitment to medicines optimisation, clinical excellence and service innovation. We are at the forefront of healthcare delivery, continually developing new ways of working and challenging traditional professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes.
Our track record of implementing innovative pharmacist and pharmacy technician roles creates exceptional opportunities for professional development, leadership and career progression. Whether you are looking to develop specialist clinical expertise, expand your leadership skills or contribute to service transformation, NNUH offers a supportive environment in which to thrive.
Main duties of the job
Are you passionate about education and developing the next generation of safe and effective prescribers?
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join an exciting joint appointment between the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) and Norwich Medical School at the University of East Anglia (UEA).
This unique role offers an outstanding opportunity to combine clinical practice with undergraduate medical education, helping to shape the prescribing knowledge, skills and confidence of future doctors.
Working closely with the Lead for Pharmacology and the Clinical Skills Director, you will play a key role in the delivery and development of the prescribing and clinical pharmacology curriculum within Norwich Medical School. A particular focus of the role will be ensuring that students are well prepared for the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA), which all final-year medical students are required to pass prior to beginning Foundation Year 1 training.
Alongside your educational responsibilities, you will practise as a Highly Specialist Clinical Pharmacist within the Emergency Department and Admissions Units at NNUH, supporting the delivery of high-quality acute care services. You will also contribute to the development and delivery of prescribing education and training for postgraduate medical staff across the Trust.
The post is split equally between Norwich Medical School and NNUH, with approximately 50% of time dedicated to each organisation.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated and forward-thinking pharmacist who can demonstrate:
Significant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience. Experience of teaching and training healthcare professionals, including junior medical staff. Excellent communication and presentation skills. The ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. A commitment to improving prescribing practice, patient safety and medical education. This is an exceptional opportunity for a pharmacist who enjoys teaching, values collaborative working and wishes to make a lasting impact on the education of future doctors while maintaining an active and rewarding clinical role.
Norwich is a vibrant and historic city offering excellent shopping, restaurants, cultural attractions and nightlife, while being surrounded by beautiful countryside and stunning coastline. The unique combination of city living, the Norfolk Broads and picturesque rural communities provides an outstanding quality of life for individuals and families alike.
With excellent rail links to London and convenient air connections across the UK and internationally, Norwich combines the benefits of a thriving regional city with easy access to the wider world.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Master of Pharmacy Postgraduate qualification at Masters Level or above Independent Prescriber
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in teaching or higher education practice
Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential
Excellent communication skills - oral and written
Attitude, aptitude Essential
Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Adaptable and innovative in approach to work and projects
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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address NNUH
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)