Clinical Pharmacist - Enhanced Access - Saturday 8.5hrs p/w

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Pharmacist plays a vital role in the healthcare team, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for patients.

This is a position to work on a Saturday only, within the Enhanced Access clinic.

There is the possibility for additional hours to be offered within Enhanced Access Monday - Friday between the hours of 6.30pm - 8pm.

Due to the needs of our patients, this is expected to predominately be a home working position, but may require in-person clinics.

This position will be integral to optimising patient care and medication management.

The Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for reviewing medication orders, providing drug information, and monitoring patient outcomes to ensure the highest standards of pharmaceutical care.

Duties

• Review and interpret medication to ensure appropriateness for individual patients.
• Monitor patient responses to medications and adjust therapy as necessary.
• Educate patients on medication administration and potential side effects.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand the effects of medications on the human body.
• Excellent patient care skills, with a focus on improving health outcomes through effective medication management.
• Proficiency in medication administration protocols and guidelines.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with healthcare professionals and patient education.
• Ability to analyse clinical data and make informed decisions regarding pharmacotherapy.

This role is essential for ensuring that patients receive optimal pharmaceutical care tailored to their individual needs, thereby enhancing overall health outcomes within the healthcare system.

Due to the nature of this role, we do require the applicant to have completed their CPPE and their Independent Prescribing Qualification.

Pay

The pay will be pro-rata for the working hours.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPhC registration (required)
• CPPE Pathway

Desirable

• Pharmacist: 1 Year (preferred)
• Independent Prescribing qualification (preferred)

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

Hinckley And Bosworth Medical Alliance Ltd

Address

The Centre Surgery

29 Hill Street

Hinckley

Leicestershire

LE10 1DS

Employer's website

http://hbma-gpfederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)