About this role
Job summary
Dartford MODEL PCN are seeking a PCN clinical pharmacist to join our existing team on a part time basis.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 4th June.
Main duties of the job
Within Dartford MODEL PCN are seeking an enthusiastic PCN pharmacist to support in improving medicines management and medicines optimisation across the PCN. We are looking for someone with a passion in long term condition management, in particular in one of the following areas; respiratory or diabetes. Ideally, the post holder will hold a prescribing qualification although this is not essential.
About us
Dartford MODEL PCN is a patient centred organisation continuously striving to improve the care of its population. The PCN which, is located in Dartford, Kent consists of three practices; The Wellcome Practice, Lowfield Medical Centre and Dr C.J. Shimmins & Partners and serves a patient population of around 34,000.
Please note this role is a site based role and the successful candidate may need to travel between the different practices. Please see the job description for further details.
If you have any queries regarding the post please contact Katie Woodward, Senior PCN Pharmacist ([email protected]) or Rawida Elhussein, Deputy Senior PCN Pharmacist ([email protected])
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Services
To provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines whilst helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients. To carry out telephone consultations and where clinically indicated face to face consultations and to sign own prescriptions if a prescriber To provide support to medication related query clinics To provide structured medication review clinics to those patients as identified by the National DES framework. To provide routine chronic disease reviews for patients. To support the practices with reconciling hospital correspondence such as discharge summaries and clinic letters. To liaise with local community pharmacy teams to support with medication related queries and medicines reconciliation. To liaise with acute and other care providers to support patient care. To provide medicines support and advice to the PCNs linked care homes To support with long term condition managementBudgetary
To support with the implementation and achievement of medicines optimisation and QIPP targets as set by the local ICB. To work with the practices and the ICB team in addressing areas such as high cost drugs, hospital only drugs and specials. To support the practices in achieving their prescribing incentive/medicines management schemes.Other
To work as part of the multidisciplinary teams within the PCN practices and to support the other HCPs within the practices with medicines management To communicate and implement medication changes and alerts as advised by the medicines management team of the ICB or NICE guidelines or any other appropriate professional body. To engage with and support the practices with achieving the Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets. To develop medication protocols for managing clinical conditions. To support with the implementation of repeat prescribing policies To support with clinical audit in the practicesEducation and Training
To participate in teaching and training of members of the pharmacy team and the wider PCN team To participate in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. To participate in any relevant systems training necessary to fulfil the role e.g. PCPEP If not already, to work towards becoming an independent prescriber Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy to include:Using security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards and reporting potential risks identified.Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights.
Working Conditions
The post-holder will be required to use a computer regularly during the normal course of their duties.There is a requirement to travel between practices within the PCN area, and to work related events or training within or outside the Dartford, Swanley and Gravesham area.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Recognised pharmacist qualification. Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent. Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
Completed the CPPE Clinical Pharmacists in General Practice Education Programme or have sufficient experience to be exempt from the PCPEP pathway. Completion of/or working towards independent prescriber qualification. Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience
Experience Essential
Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience. In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
Desirable
Experience of working in a GP practice. Experience in the use of GP clinical systems especially EMIS.
Personal Attributes Essential
Self-motivated, proactive, adaptable and self-aware. Able to work flexibly and enthusiastically either autonomously or as a team member. Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity. Will challenge poor performance and practice. Good communication skills and a good listener. Willingness to be held to account for both success and failure.
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Understanding of the requirements of primary care prescribing. Ability to prioritise own workload, work under pressure and to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences. Ability to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues. Ability to work to policies and procedures including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance and health and safety. Ability to support and mentor staff. Audit and reporting experience. IT skills e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel etc. Experience training other staff members.
Desirable
Experience in the use of EMIS, Eclipse and Docman. Knowledge of interpreting and understanding prescribing budgets.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Wellcome Practice
Address Dartford West Health Centre
Tower Road
Dartford
DA1 2HA
Employer's website https://www.thewellcomepractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)