About this role
Job summary
This is an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced, high calibre pharmacist looking to further advance their career and develop leadership, clinical and prescribing skills within Anticoagulation and Haemostasis at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will need to be flexible and organised, be able to align their values with those of the organisation, work well within a team and have a 'can do' positive attitude.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic senior pharmacist to make a difference and ensure the best outcomes for our patients. The post holder will work to ensure the continued provision and development of high quality, comprehensive clinical pharmacy services to patients as well as influence senior managers and clinicians. The role also offers an excellent opportunity to develop change management experience, with involvement in the Trust's proposed Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) project, to switch the first-line pharmacological thromboprophylaxis agent across the Trust. We will provide the successful candidate with a comprehensive induction covering all aspects of Trust work, support from senior pharmacy staff and an environment to develop further.
Main duties of the job
Key activities of the post holder will be to:
To lead, deliver and contribute to the strategic development of specialist clinical pharmacy (including clinics) and medicines optimisation to the Anticoagulation Service. Provide expert advice on a broad range of pharmaceutical matters. Plan and deliver specialist training within pharmacy and to the wider multidisciplinary team. Plan and co-ordinate projects or audits for the Anticoagulation Service. Contribute to the strategic planning of the Anticoagulation Service. Be an active member and contribute to the Hospital Thrombosis Group.
The successful applicant will enjoy working in a busy challenging environment, be able to manage multiple priorities and deliver against tight deadlines. You will have good communication skills and be an enthusiastic educator. You should possess a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or equivalent and have the relevant hospital pharmacy experience. Experience of working and influencing in a multi-disciplinary team and an independent prescribing qualification (or working towards this) are essential.
About us
The GESH hospital group is a leading healthcare provider in South West London, comprised of St George's University Hospitals and Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals. Our vision is to provide outstanding care, together, by collaborating and working in partnership to meet the needs of our patients, and making sure our services are affordable and fit for the future. As GESH partners the pharmacy departments at St Georges University Hospital and Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals are working together in a number of areas including; workforce, key functions such as medication safety and education and training and digital workstreams.
The Pharmacy Service at St George's is highly regarded across the Trust, with over 270 staff members working closely with multi-disciplinary teams. The department is friendly, forward thinking and constantly expanding with opportunities for personal and service development including further postgraduate education
Job description Job responsibilities
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St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust itself is a major acute hospital that offers specialist care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, neurosurgery, cardiac care, lipid disorders, renal transplantation, cancer care and stroke. We are the regional specialist care provider for South-West London, Surrey and beyond. Acute and tertiary health services are delivered from over 1,000 beds across two sites, by around 10,000 staff. The helipad was opened in spring 2014 and the work of the Emergency Department has been captured on Channel 4s 24 Hours in A&E programme.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
B. Pharm / M. Pharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or equivalent Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Diploma in clinical pharmacy practice or equivalent Registered independent prescriber or working towards qualification Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Diploma Tutor accreditation Formal leadership or management training
Experience Essential
Substantial post registration hospital pharmacy experience as a clinical pharmacist including some experience in critical care Experience of directorate work including drug expenditure reporting, formulary management, DTC applications etc Experience in delivering training and education at undergraduate and postgraduate level Experience of working within a role involving multidisciplinary teamwork Experience of formulating protocols, guidelines and SOPs Experience of co-ordinating and leading audits Experience of managing change and implementing service improvement
Desirable
Specialist clinical pharmacy experience in anticoagulation Experience in managing others Experience of identifying and managing risk in a clinical specialty Experience of managing patients in an outpatient setting
Skills Essential
Ability to work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team both within pharmacy and at multidisciplinary level Applies sound professional judgement to clinical, legal and ethical issues Ability to prioritise and plan work effectively autonomously and for a team including the ability to delegate appropriately Clinical pharmacy skills at MSc/Diploma level Demonstrates a level of clinical reasoning and judgement Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to influence senior pharmacy and medical staff, and the multidisciplinary team Ability to identify and prioritise clinical work and manage time effectively to work to agreed deadlines Ability to present complex data and reports at senior board meetings and committees
Desirable
Ability to critically analyse and apply research to the clinical setting Familiarity with JAC/CMM computer system Familiarity with JAC/CMM computer system
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrates a good core knowledge of therapeutics and pharmacology with a record of successful application in current post Demonstrates a good core knowledge of drugs used in anticoagulation and haemostasis Demonstrates awareness of a commitment to Clinical Governance Demonstrates an awareness of interface issues Awareness of current NHS issues including national and local priorities
Desirable
Publications around specialist area
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 St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)