Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

2 months ago

Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

This position is a developmental role, where if appointed at Band 6, you will be assigned a set of competencies to complete, which will be evaluated during your appraisal. Upon successful completion, you will advance to Band 7.

We are seeking a dedicated pharmacist to join our team, contributing to our specialized clinical pharmacy and medication optimization services. The successful candidate will engage across three pharmacy disciplines, collaborating with other pharmacy professionals to provide exceptional service throughout the organization.

The role will involve working across multiple locations, with responsibilities shared between the hospital pharmacy department and associated mental health wards, as well as community rehabilitation facilities.

We are committed to the continuous professional development of our staff, and will support the successful candidate in pursuing postgraduate education to enhance their expertise and career progression.

Our service is transitioning towards electronic prescribing and medication administration, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the early stages of this development, helping to shape the system and advocate for its benefits in patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for an individual who can positively impact the clinical management of medications for those receiving care from our services. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safe and effective use of medications within the Trust.

The successful candidate will also contribute to the clinical pharmacy services provided to all inpatient units and the dispensary, delivering tailored, patient-centered pharmacy care to those in need across the service.

The role requires the development and demonstration of a range of pharmacy-related skills, including addressing medication information inquiries, supporting procurement and formulary decisions, managing clinical trial medications, and training other staff members both within and outside the pharmacy team.

About Our Organization

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to enhance the health and well-being of the individuals we serve, while empowering them to lead fulfilling lives.

Our clinical teams provide a variety of NHS services not only in inpatient and primary care settings but also within the community. These services encompass mental health care for children, adults, and older individuals, forensic and specialist mental health services, learning disabilities support, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse treatment, social care, and research and development initiatives.

To fulfill our mission, we aim to recruit high-caliber candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and members of ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

Job Duties

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for comprehensive details of responsibilities.

  • Assist with the medication management service across various healthcare facilities.
  • Enhance patient care in designated wards/teams by engaging in medication management initiatives alongside pharmacy technicians, including patients' own drugs, self-administration, medication reconciliation, and supply management.
  • Provide counseling and education to service users regarding their medications, offering information and advice to service users, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings or case conferences to identify medication-related issues, resolve transfer of care challenges, and provide expert advice.
  • Support and review prescribing practices, monitoring medication use and treatment outcomes.
  • Facilitate the education and training of medication-related topics for Trust staff, external stakeholders, and service users.
  • Engage in additional pharmacy activities such as handling clinical trial medications, conducting audits, and performing near-patient testing of blood samples as part of medication monitoring.

Required Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Proficiency in medication management skills, including patient interviews, medication reconciliation, and discharge counseling.

Desirable

  • Understanding of key aspects of medication use in palliative and mental health contexts.

Experience

Essential

  • Prior experience in a hospital setting.
  • Experience working within a healthcare team to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a hospital pharmacy environment.
  • Experience supporting mental health services within a pharmacy context.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Mature and non-judgmental demeanor.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Self-motivated with a commitment to confidentiality.
  • Excellent communication abilities.

Desirable

  • A desire for continuous improvement in personal practice.
  • A commitment to supporting the development of others.

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Digital literacy skills relevant to professional practice.
  • Familiarity with clinical systems that support pharmacy operations, including patient record systems and electronic prescribing systems.

Education / Qualifications

Essential

  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Desirable

  • Postgraduate qualifications related to pharmacy.
  • Independent prescriber status.
  • Additional pharmacy-related qualifications relevant to the role.

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