About this role
Job summary
Would you like to work as a lead pharmacist in general practice joining the newest and most exciting branch of the pharmacy profession?
We are looking to recruit a Lead Clinical Pharmacists who will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role in Doncaster Primary Care Network (PCN). The role will be working within a great team including a senior pharmacist who will provide clinical supervision, four other pharmacists and three pharmacy technicians. The role involves all aspects of pharmacist support including liaison with community pharmacy.
This role will be based working withinNorth Primary Care Network.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a Lead Clinical Pharmacist educated to degree level, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), possessing a Masters Degree (MPharm) or equivalent.
You will need to be flexible in your approach to work as the role will be working across the three practices in our Primary Care Network, providing pharmacy services, including;
Optimise the use of medicines Support the PCNs with regards to prescription and medication queries Improve the safety and quality of prescribing Providing support and education to patients on self-management and ensure referral to appropriate healthcare professionals if required Implement and manage the repeat prescribing process for practice and patient request
This is is an exciting opportunity in which you will gain experience and make a real impact. This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within the Primary Care Network.
Further details can be found in the attached job description.
About us
Primary Care Doncaster (PCD) Ltd is developing a wide range of services to support general practice across the city and is looking at innovative ways to develop its workforce, due to interest by a significant number of GP practices and Networks within the city.
At PCD and within the GP practices and Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and the creativity that thrives when people work together in person. Each Network has a range of offices and work locations designed to foster innovation, teamwork, and a vibrant work culture where you can grow your career and make a real impact.
As a PCD employee you will have access to the generous NHS Pension Scheme and 27 annual leave days per year.
PCD are an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job description Job responsibilities
Lead a team of Clinical Pharmacists team and demonstrate the characteristics of a role model to members in the team providing support to team members and ensure there is appropriate clinical supervision in place for all pharmacists
Undertake clinical supervision and systematic peer caseload review of colleagues on an individual or group basis
Ensure all pharmacists are engaged with the review and appraisal systems within the PCN
Act as a role model demonstrating effective clinical leadership on a daily basis and promote the behaviours of being proactive positive respectful supportive reliable and trustworthy
Conduct teaching and assessment effectively according to a learning plan with supervision from a more experienced colleague
Understand the implications of national priorities for the team and/or service and manage the team of Clinical Pharmacists through these changes
Assess and monitor risk in own and others practice acting on results thereby ensuring safe delivery of care
Follow professional and organisational policies and procedures relating to performance management.
Please note that if you are successful, the pre-employment health check will require evidence of vaccination status or exemption, where appropriate, and your vaccination status will be retained as part of your employment health record.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
General Pharmaceutical Council registration Master's Degree in Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent Independent Prescriber qualification or willingness to complete
Desirable
Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience gaining independent prescribing qualification
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practices An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
Desirable
In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence- based healthcare NHS experience
Skills Essential
Written and verbal communication, problem solving, IT, interpersonal, influencing, and negotiating skills Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients) Ability to obtain and analyse complex information Working independently or as part of a team Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision
Desirable
Able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions
Qualifications/Knowledge Essential
oRegistered with the General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC oIndependent Prescriber oMPharm or equivalent with postgraduate clinical qualification
Desirable
oMinimum 3 years post-qualification experience including advanced practice in primary care
Skills/Competencies Essential
oStrong leadership, communication and analytical skills oEnthusiasm to join and develop a fantastic pharmacy team in a dynamic forward thinking PCN oExperience in medicines optimisation, audit, governance and service development oProficient IT skills including EMIS and medicines safety systems
Desirable
oMinimum 3 years post-qualification experience, including advanced practice in primary care oExperience with Clinical Systems such as EMIS & Systmone
Disposition/Attitudes Essential
oDemonstrable ability to show kindness and compassion oDemonstrate ability to reflect and learn from situations oIdentifies difficulties as challenges and works with others to identify solutions oDemonstrates co-operative team working and awareness of the roles of other professionals oAble to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines oAbility to adapt and change approach as circumstance dictates oPersistence and ability to keep going in difficult situations and with complex and uncertain pieces of work oUnderstanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships oAn ability to maintain confidentiality and trust o"Can do" attitude, able to maintain positivity in the face of adversity oGood time keeping oFlexible approach to work oAbility to work flexibly across days of the week
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Primary Care Doncaster Ltd
Address North PCN
Park View Surgery
Doncaster
DN5 8DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.primarycaredoncaster.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)