Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to lead the Secondary Care antimicrobial pharmacy network in Wales, allowing the post holder to make a real difference to Antimicrobial Resistance in Wales.
The Healthcare Associated Infection, Antimicrobial Resistance & Prescribing (HARP) Programme, hosted by Public Health Wales, is responsible for surveillance of healthcare associated infections, antimicrobial resistance and usage of antimicrobials. The team provides expert advice to Health Boards and Welsh Government, supporting the reduction of the burden of infection and antimicrobial resistance across the NHS in Wales.
As an integral part of the Antimicrobial Pharmacy team, the post holder will help deliver the targets and ambitions set out in the UK AMR National Action Plan and Welsh Health Circulars, through leading and supporting antimicrobial stewardship in Secondary Care. The post holder will deliver these ambitions using a number of initiatives and interventions, including national / local audit and feedback; writing and implementing national antimicrobial prescribing guidelines; influencing Welsh Government targets and ambitions; influencing National Prescribing Indicators; supporting the education and training of all health care workers in antimicrobial stewardship, and engaging with the media, patients and the general public.
Main duties of the job
The Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist - Secondary Care, will lead and enable improved antimicrobial stewardship in secondary care in Wales through the leadership and support of a network of Health Board based antimicrobial pharmacists. This network will support the delivery of set ambitions and targets in the UK AMR 5-year National Action Plans and the UK AMR 20-year strategy, to minimise the impact of antimicrobial use on the development and spread of antimicrobial resistance in Wales.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm degree or equivalent, Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge and understanding of antimicrobial stewardship, Specialist knowledge of the use of antimicrobials in the treatment of infection, Good working knowledge of all areas of pharmacy practice within secondary care, Specialist knowledge of the analysis and use of quantitative data, critical appraisal and evidence-based medicine. A broad understanding of NHS systems and structures, Good knowledge of research design, methodology and reporting
Desirable
- Good working knowledge of microbiology, Good working knowledge of diagnostics, A sound knowledge of the NHS structures, systems, policies and politics in Wales
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of leading and delivering on projects and managing change in the NHS, Experience of report and guideline writing, Experience of developing business cases and briefing documents, Demonstrable use of clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives to influence antimicrobial prescribing, Proven experience of planning and delivering education and training in antimicrobial stewardship to a range of healthcare practitioners
Desirable
- Experience of managing a practice-based network of pharmacists or healthcare practitioners, Experience of working within Public Health or population-based services, Experience of managing staff and coordinating the work of others
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational / negotiation skills, change management skills, and the ability to motivate people in a multidisciplinary environment, Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a format suitable for a range of target audiences, including reports, presentations, research posters and papers, Strong analytical skills with demonstrable ability to analyse and synthesise highly complex technical data and information. Experience and knowledge of working with complex antimicrobial usage, microbiology resistance and financial information, Experience and knowledge in the advanced use of MS office suite
Desirable
- Able to read, write and speak Welsh
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent Interpersonal skills, Self-motivated, Clear thinking problem solver, solution focused, Ability to gain trust and confidence Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently and prioritise personal workload, working to tight deadlines and under pressure
Desirable
- Prepared to travel across Wales as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm degree or equivalent, Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge and understanding of antimicrobial stewardship, Specialist knowledge of the use of antimicrobials in the treatment of infection, Good working knowledge of all areas of pharmacy practice within secondary care, Specialist knowledge of the analysis and use of quantitative data, critical appraisal and evidence-based medicine. A broad understanding of NHS systems and structures, Good knowledge of research design, methodology and reporting
Desirable
- Good working knowledge of microbiology, Good working knowledge of diagnostics, A sound knowledge of the NHS structures, systems, policies and politics in Wales
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of leading and delivering on projects and managing change in the NHS, Experience of report and guideline writing, Experience of developing business cases and briefing documents, Demonstrable use of clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives to influence antimicrobial prescribing, Proven experience of planning and delivering education and training in antimicrobial stewardship to a range of healthcare practitioners
Desirable
- Experience of managing a practice-based network of pharmacists or healthcare practitioners, Experience of working within Public Health or population-based services, Experience of managing staff and coordinating the work of others
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational / negotiation skills, change management skills, and the ability to motivate people in a multidisciplinary environment, Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a format suitable for a range of target audiences, including reports, presentations, research posters and papers, Strong analytical skills with demonstrable ability to analyse and synthesise highly complex technical data and information. Experience and knowledge of working with complex antimicrobial usage, microbiology resistance and financial information, Experience and knowledge in the advanced use of MS office suite
Desirable
- Able to read, write and speak Welsh
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent Interpersonal skills, Self-motivated, Clear thinking problem solver, solution focused, Ability to gain trust and confidence Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently and prioritise personal workload, working to tight deadlines and under pressure
Desirable
- Prepared to travel across Wales as required
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Public Health Wales
Address
National Post, local PHW base dependant on geographical location of successful candidate
Cardiff
CF10 4BZ
Employer's website
https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
