About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead the Clinical Commissioning Pharmacy team at our trust which is a tertiary care centre for a variety of specialist conditions and rare diseases such as Amyloidosis, Haemophilia and Lysosomal Storage Disorders. Working closely with other members of the clinical pharmacy team, the post holder will develop processes and systems to support the medicines commissioning agenda, resource and financial planning for the introduction of new drugs within the ICS, and for the appropriate and cost- effective use of high-cost drugs.
Potential candidates will have extensive experience with medicines commissioning, including reimbursable medicines and Patient Access Schemes. They will be confident collaborating with and influencing stakeholders at a senior level, such as ICS leads, clinicians, Contracts and Commissioning Managers.You will have had experience managing a team, providing strategic leadership as well as mentoring and developing your team. You will need a meticulous level of attention to detail and an ability to deliver against key targets and objectives.
Main duties of the job
Oversight of accurate data collation and communication to Contracts and commissioners to ensure appropriate financial reimbursement for tariff excluded medicines
Ensuring all Patient Access Schemes for high-cost medicines are acted upon appropriately, ensuring eligible patients are identified and discounts received.
Working collaboratively with the clinical teams to deliver therapeutic switch schemes in a timely manner e.g., introduction of biosimilars.
Proposing and implementing other medicines savings initiatives
Managing a team of pharmacists/pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants to deliver on the medicines commissioning agenda.
Collaborate with the ICS for financial and resource planning for new medicines
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Trust is one of the largest in the UK, with around 17,000 staff serving around 2M patients. It comprises Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals, North Middlesex University Hospital and the Royal Free Hospital, and more than 30 services in the community. This large- scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients. With multiple clinical specialities and underpinned by a strong research and development agenda, the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is renowned for providing excellent patient care.
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.
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Person Specification
Education Essential
oMPharm degree or equivalent oMembership of the GPhC
Desirable
oMember of the Royal College of Pharmacy or equivalent professional body or SIG Pharmaceutical Society
Experience Essential
oDemonstrated knowledge of medicines legislation and guidance. oDemonstrated knowledge of principles of commissioning e.g. contracts, High-Cost Drug Commissioning oDemonstrated expert knowledge covering Pharmacy commissioning requirements
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Demonstrated ability to identify problems, analyse root cause and propose solutions for complex problems Demonstrated Project Management Skills Able to act as a "role model" Able to communicate complex, contentious and sensitive information effectively using clear written and spoken English Able to manage staff effectively including appraisal, sickness monitoring and HR policies High self-awareness, understanding own emotions, strengths and limitations Enthusiastic, hardworking, selfmotivated, supportive, personable, flexible and reliable Good time keeping and attendance record Friendly manner Good Team player Flexible approach
Personal Qualities & attributes Essential
Leads by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct, integrity and probity. High level of work organisation, selfmotivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude Committed to the continuous development of staff and self Decisive, using sound judgement in decision making in a timely and confident manner. Commitment to developing culture of openness and partnership.
Others Essential
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills suitable for a range of audiences, including chairing of meetings. Able to move easily between the detail and the big picture on issues in understanding and explaining the complexity of challenges and possible solutions Models and encourage others in being innovative in finding ways of improving the quality of services Able to act as an Ambassador for the Service Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
Values Essential
oDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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 Royal Free Hospital Foundation Trust
Pond street
Hampstead
NW32QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)