Job summary
We are looking to recruit a part-time Pharmacist Teaching Fellow
to work 1 day aweek (there may be
the opportunity for increased hours in future, subject to agreement by the
successful candidate and their manager,as the expected number of medical students increases) in the
Undergraduate Medical Education Department, as a member of the teaching team
for the University of Sunderland Medical School.
This postoffers an exciting
opportunity for a pharmacist to be a part of our dynamic multi-disciplinary
team. We are committed to providing high quality education to medical students
and this post offers a unique opportunity to broaden teaching and
organisational experience within a progressive and supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include
planning, delivery and support of teaching related to pharmacy for the
University of Sunderland medical students.
The post holder will have the
opportunity to work both independently and as a part of a larger
team.Teaching opportunities are dynamic and will allow the successful
candidate to be creative and forward thinking. The Teaching Fellow will also
provide appropriate specialist medicines information and guidance to the
teaching team in relation to pharmaceutical matters.
This is a Band 8 appointment for pharmacists
seeking opportunities to enhance their careers. Though we would also encourage
the application of more senior pharmacists. The salary scale for this post is
equivalent to Band 8 or commensurate to the grading of the post holder (maximum
banding 8a).
We are available to meet prospective
applicants and give you the opportunity to visit the education
centre to find out more about the educational environment/culture.
Applicants may contact:
Ashley Powell
Clinical Nurse Lecturer
Email: ashley.powell1@nhs.net
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The
Pharmacist Teaching Fellow is an essential member
of a well-established team within undergraduate Medical Education delivery. The
Pharmacist Teaching Fellow will co-ordinate with the team to plan, deliver,
assess and evaluate medical school education in both the classroom and clinical
environment for students across the five years of the MBBS programme. The post
holder will be responsible for developing, organising and delivering evidence
based teaching sessions, to include practical skills sessions relevant to
prescribing and administering medications. The post holder is expected to
mentor medical students and provide pastoral support where needed
Working collaboratively with the Clinical Nurse Lecturers and
the Teaching Fellows, they will establish and maintain clinical standards while
ensuring that the medical curriculum is being delivered successfully at STSFT.
They will have expert knowledge as a clinical pharmacist and will act as both
an autonomous practitioner and a source of expertise for students and colleagues
on topics such as pharmacology, prescribing and administering medications. The Pharmacist
Teaching Fellow will be expected to demonstrate innovative teaching and
lecturing skills across a wide range of educational opportunities, including
lectures, tutorials, bedside teaching / teaching in clinical areas, mock ward
and simulation sessions. The role requires the use of advanced technology with
video and live streaming options.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The
Pharmacist Teaching Fellow is an essential member
of a well-established team within undergraduate Medical Education delivery. The
Pharmacist Teaching Fellow will co-ordinate with the team to plan, deliver,
assess and evaluate medical school education in both the classroom and clinical
environment for students across the five years of the MBBS programme. The post
holder will be responsible for developing, organising and delivering evidence
based teaching sessions, to include practical skills sessions relevant to
prescribing and administering medications. The post holder is expected to
mentor medical students and provide pastoral support where needed
Working collaboratively with the Clinical Nurse Lecturers and
the Teaching Fellows, they will establish and maintain clinical standards while
ensuring that the medical curriculum is being delivered successfully at STSFT.
They will have expert knowledge as a clinical pharmacist and will act as both
an autonomous practitioner and a source of expertise for students and colleagues
on topics such as pharmacology, prescribing and administering medications. The Pharmacist
Teaching Fellow will be expected to demonstrate innovative teaching and
lecturing skills across a wide range of educational opportunities, including
lectures, tutorials, bedside teaching / teaching in clinical areas, mock ward
and simulation sessions. The role requires the use of advanced technology with
video and live streaming options.
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake movement between teaching sites and departments.
- Ability to sit at workstations as necessary to perform admin and teaching tasks.
- Able to set up and clear away teaching areas including equipment used in sessions.
- Moving and handling as per trust policy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and ability to work in a multi-professional team.
- Evidence of teaching experience in a learning environment.
- Recent experience working in health care.
- Experience of workload management and autonomous decision making.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of professional development and revalidation.
- Awareness of current issues in healthcare, standards of professional practice and policy requirements.
Desirable
- Experience of training in/teaching simulation.
- Experience of giving feedback using feedback models.
- Experience of using virtual IT within a professional role.
- Experience with complex scheduling and timetabling.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable IT skills using a variety of presentation platforms.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrable teaching skills.
- Good organisational ability.
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and awareness of NHS policy.
- Knowledge of the medial undergraduate curriculum.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.
- Able to work as part of a team and as well as autonomously.
- Ability to work without supervision.
- Flexible attitude towards work.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience of being involved in audit or research.
- Understanding of how medical curriculum is structured.
- Understanding of educational theory.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration as a pharmacist with the GPhC.
- MPharm in Pharmacy.
- Specialist knowledge acquired through a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy (diploma or MSc level) or equivalent.
- Demonstrable prior experience of teaching.
- Experience working as a pharmacist in clinical environments.
- Competence in use of standard IT (MS word, excel).
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
- Competent in the use of advanced IT systems.
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to undertake movement between teaching sites and departments.
- Ability to sit at workstations as necessary to perform admin and teaching tasks.
- Able to set up and clear away teaching areas including equipment used in sessions.
- Moving and handling as per trust policy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and ability to work in a multi-professional team.
- Evidence of teaching experience in a learning environment.
- Recent experience working in health care.
- Experience of workload management and autonomous decision making.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of professional development and revalidation.
- Awareness of current issues in healthcare, standards of professional practice and policy requirements.
Desirable
- Experience of training in/teaching simulation.
- Experience of giving feedback using feedback models.
- Experience of using virtual IT within a professional role.
- Experience with complex scheduling and timetabling.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable IT skills using a variety of presentation platforms.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrable teaching skills.
- Good organisational ability.
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and awareness of NHS policy.
- Knowledge of the medial undergraduate curriculum.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload.
- Able to work as part of a team and as well as autonomously.
- Ability to work without supervision.
- Flexible attitude towards work.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience of being involved in audit or research.
- Understanding of how medical curriculum is structured.
- Understanding of educational theory.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registration as a pharmacist with the GPhC.
- MPharm in Pharmacy.
- Specialist knowledge acquired through a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy (diploma or MSc level) or equivalent.
- Demonstrable prior experience of teaching.
- Experience working as a pharmacist in clinical environments.
- Competence in use of standard IT (MS word, excel).
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
- Competent in the use of advanced IT systems.
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).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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