Advanced Clinical Pharmacist in Biologics
3 weeks ago
Position Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to present an exceptional opportunity to join our esteemed team.
Role Responsibilities
We are excited to introduce this new permanent role, fully supported by recent investments aimed at enhancing our biologics services. The Biologics Pharmacy team at UHS is highly regarded and provides a comprehensive service to patients undergoing biologic treatments, whether in our infusion unit or through our Homecare partners.
Are you interested in being part of a leading-edge biologics program within a dynamic teaching hospital? We seek an individual who is dedicated to delivering outstanding care to patients receiving biologic therapies, particularly in the fields of gastroenterology, rheumatology, and uveitis. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and involvement in a specialized multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with medical and nursing professionals in various settings.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who is:
- An experienced clinical pharmacist with a strong interest in clinical pharmacy and biologics.
- Patient-centered, empathetic, and driven to provide high-quality clinical care.
- Effective in communication, capable of inspiring confidence, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Skilled in working with a multidisciplinary team to meet service requirements as outlined by clinical and management leaders.
If this opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to consider applying or reaching out for further information.
About Our Organization
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we provide numerous learning and development opportunities to help you achieve your career aspirations.
All non-clinical positions may involve a combination of on-site and remote work. Specific details and flexible working arrangements can be discussed during the interview process. Employees at UHS have access to a variety of NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days of paid leave (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is a desirable location for both living and working, situated on the south coast with convenient transport links. The area boasts natural attractions and a lower cost of living compared to major cities.
For this role, we are open to discussing flexible working hours. Please feel free to discuss your needs during the interview, and we will explore what is feasible for the position and service.
Job Duties
The extensive Pharmacy department employs nearly 400 professionals and is well-respected within the Trust as a progressive and innovative department. The department is organized into various friendly and supportive teams, ensuring personalized attention and the ability to make a meaningful impact.
Our vision—Safer medicines, safer patients—is embraced by all staff, who thrive in an environment that fosters growth and development. We continuously seek improvement, utilizing technology and digital resources to provide exemplary medicine management. Each pharmacy staff member plays a crucial role in achieving our vision, which includes approximately 150 pharmacists, 120 pharmacy technicians, 90 support staff, and 20 trainees, along with administrative personnel. We assess our progress and achievements annually, focusing on areas for development while remaining responsive to evolving national and local priorities.
The department currently boasts over 80 pharmacist prescribers, with this number increasing annually. We have four consultant pharmacists across various specialties who, along with many other staff members, participate in national and international initiatives that contribute to the department's outstanding reputation.
Our department offers well-defined career pathways and encourages all staff to enhance their skills. Opportunities include:
- Prescribing
- Research internships
- Project management
- A wide range of clinical specialties
- Leadership training
As a highly specialized pharmacist in biologics, your responsibilities will include:
- Prescribing, screening, and supplying biologic therapies to outpatients receiving infusions and patients managed through homecare.
- Supporting the biosimilar switch program to ensure patient safety and promote cost-effective medication use.
- Collaborating with lead consultants in each specialty to enhance the pharmacist's role in outpatient clinics.
- Providing specialized clinical pharmacy support to both the infusion center and inpatient wards as required.
- Leading and managing projects aimed at service development, cost efficiency, and clinical excellence.
You will be part of a well-integrated and highly valued team, working closely with consultants and specialist nurses. You will receive support from the Lead Pharmacist for Biologics and will be included in the broader Division B pharmacy team, where you will have opportunities to engage with pharmacists, technicians, and support staff to influence the strategic and operational aspects of the pharmacy service.
We take pride in our use of technology to facilitate communication and regularly explore new methods to enhance our operations and service delivery.
This position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis, with hours and shift patterns open to discussion.
All pharmacy staff are expected to contribute to extended hours, weekends, and bank holidays as part of core responsibilities. This includes general dispensary duties such as dispensing prescriptions and clinical pharmacy responsibilities, which will involve one late night each week and one weekend shift every six weeks.
Essential Trust Values
Core Requirements
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience
Mandatory
- Master's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated Advanced Stage 1 competencies in the RPS Advanced Pharmacy Framework related to medical or surgical patients.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Comprehensive knowledge of clinical pharmacy services gained in a relevant specialty.
- Experience in audit and evaluative work.
- Teaching and mentoring experience.
- Experience supervising others.
- Experience in change management and implementing guidelines and procedures.
Desirable
- Management qualification or equivalent experience.
- MSc in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience.
- Independent Prescribing qualification.
- Demonstrated Advanced Stage 2 or Mastery competencies in the RPS Advanced Pharmacy Framework related to medical or surgical patients.
- Leadership qualification or experience.
- Sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas.
- Training in medicines information.
- Project Management training or qualification.
- Experience managing others.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Attention to detail
- Change management
- Communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Presentation skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Report writing
- Time management
- Ability to work under pressure
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