About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a patient focused pharmacist to join our well established clinical pharmacy team working clinically across surgical specialties.
The post is suitable for current band 6 Foundation Pharmacists who will gain automatic progression into the band 7 role once defined criteria is achieved. Applicants may be employed directly at Band 7 level if they demonstratethenecessary skills and experience.
The successful candidate will be a pharmacist with strong clinical, prioritisation and interpersonal skills and with a track record of successful multidisciplinary team working. Experience of training and supervision would be desirable.
This post offers structured progression from Foundation to Specialist pharmacist within a supportive clinical environment.
For further information or to discuss the progression criteria please contact Tim Badcock - Lead Pharmacist Surgical, Women & Children's Services ([email protected]) or Sara Moore - Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services ([email protected]) or telephone 01423 553080
Main duties of the job
To support the development, delivery and evaluation of the clinical pharmacy service to Surgical, Women& Children's specialties.
To participate, with support where appropriate, in Consultant led ward rounds.
To develop, deliver and evaluate training programmes for pharmacy staff and other members of the MDT managing this group of patients.
To actively participate and develop a pharmacy related Quality Improvement programme within these specialties.
Embark on relevant training to support progression e.g. independent prescribing, designated supervisor, where appropriate.
About us
The clinical pharmacy team at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust has a commitment to helping staff reach their potential in a supportive environment that has a high regard for staff health and wellbeing.
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide high quality care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
An inclusive and supportive culture within our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description Job responsibilities
To actively participate in a specialty Consultant led ward rounds and pharmacy led out-patient clinics.
To supervise and develop other members of the pharmacy team in the provision of pharmacy services to Surgical , Women & Children's specialties.
To provide expert pharmaceutical advice and medicines spend information to relevant Care Groups.
To work closely with the Lead Pharmacist to develop, deliver and evaluate the clinical pharmacy services to all specialty areas and wards.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GPhC Registration MPharm Degree (4yrs) or equivalent Completed at least Year 1 of Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy/General Pharmacy Practice and studying for completion of year 2
Desirable
Independent prescriber Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Experience Essential
Experienced in managing patients in a range of specialties Minimum of 1yr post registration hospital experience or equivalent clinical experience.
Desirable
Previous experience in developing guidelines/drug policies
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
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)