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Specialist Pharmacist, Older Persons Services

4 months ago


Dorset, United Kingdom University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We have an exciting new opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join University Hospitals Dorset as part of our Older Persons Medicine (OPM) clinical pharmacy team.

You will be an important member of the OPM pharmacy team with a focus on not only developing your own career, but also the professional journey of our junior workforce.

You will join a supportive, welcoming clinical team who share a vision to continually develop the service and professional careers of its members with the ultimate goal of providing excellent patient care. The OPM pharmacist team consists of a lead and deputy lead, supported by 5 existing band 7 specialist pharmacists spread across our 2 sites at Bournemouth and Poole hospitals. The team's medicines management responsibilities are led by 2 lead specialist technicians working across our sites. The team has been developed over several years and provides an excellent environment for members to develop their skills. Independent prescribing course completion will be actively encouraged and well supported.

Main duties of the job

The pharmacy department is highly regarded within the trust, and we are looking for an experienced pharmacist to join us in representing the pharmacy service and trust values. The pharmacy team's values are centred around patient care and medicines optimisation to ensure the best patient outcomes. As a pharmacist in this role, you will be embedded in the clinical team, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, attending ward rounds and playing an integral part in the patient care journey

As described, you will be supported in your personal development, and you will be actively encouraged to evolve your clinical, professional and leadership skills, through coaching and mentoring, and by completing training courses and formal qualifications.

About us

Benefits of working for UHD:

Opportunities for professional development and training, including the independent prescribing qualification and leadership courses. Generous relocation support for candidates outside our area. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for career advancement and progression within our organisation.

The Trust and Pharmacy team values and champions inclusivity and diversity. We are open to flexible working, remote working, part time and job share opportunities. Informal visits and enquiries are fully supported and encouraged to find out more about the fantastic team at the trust.

This role will require one late finish per week, weekend shifts 1 in 5 (either Saturday or Sunday) and approximately one Bank Holiday shift per year. This role includes on-call duties, the roster is approximately 1 week in 9 weeks.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient-Centred Care: Provide a patient-focused and clinically competent pharmacy service to inpatient medical wards. This involves working directly with patients and contributing to their care. Team Development: Work with and develop rotational pharmacists, technicians, and trainees within the medical directorate, including supporting their professional and clinical skills. Clinical Guidance and Practice: Contribute to the development of clinical guidance and ensure that pharmacy practices align with national guidelines. Implement cost-saving measures, develop and review patient group directions (PGDs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) where necessary. Integration and Collaboration: Integrate secondary care services within the broader NHS Dorset Healthcare system. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and contribute to the overall patient care strategy.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

We are open to discussions on flexible working, part time and job share opportunities. Informal visits and enquiries are fully supported and encouraged.

This role requires GPhC Registration

Base location : Poole Hospital

Will work in Bournemouth site once reconfiguration completed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or evidence of equivalent experience Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or prepared to train for this Pharmacist registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Desirable

Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent

Experience

Essential

2 years NHS hospital experience Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects

Desirable

Mentoring / training of staff

Other

Essential

Good organisational abilities and able to prioritise work Ability to provide complex advice and guidance requiring analysis, interpretation and comparison of clinical options Good clinical knowledge of current therapeutics and pharmacy practice