Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Progression (to Band 7)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for current B6 Clinical Pharmacists to apply for a progression Post which will allow for the transition into a B7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist on achievement of set parameters to work within our Integrated Medicines Management (IMM) service.

We operate a seven-day clinical service and benefits from full electronic prescribing, electronic decision support and care planning and automated dispensaries. You will initially work as a Clinical Pharmacist (Band 6) to deliver clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical services to our wards and departments.

You will be provided with support and clinical supervision required to transition from a Band 6 to a Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist. This will include a 12-18 month period of support during which you will undertake a structured programme to demonstrate achievement of the clinical skills, knowledge and competency required to work autonomously as a Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist. Progression to the Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Post is dependent on the following elements being successfully achieved:

All IMM training and competencies completed allowing full participation in the clinical pharmacist rotational programme during the period the Postholder is in the progression Post.

Completion of 60 credits of a higher education accredited Post-graduate Programme in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent.

Completion of two cycles of revalidation in-line with the requirements of the GPhC.

Main duties of the job

You will be a registered pharmacist with post-registration experience in clinical services, excellent team-working skills and be currently participating in our Band 6 rotational programme.

On appointment you will continue to support the IMM clinical teams to develop your specialist clinical practice, deliver Integrated Medicines Management at the bedside and contribute to the ongoing training and supervision of pharmacy staff and students. You will spend over 95% of your time on direct patient care which will include clinical experience in admission and discharge management, board rounds and supervising and training staff including trainee pharmacist mentoring.

On Appointment to the Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist role you will support the Directorate Lead Pharmacist(s) for your team in delivering and managing the IMM service in the Divisions of Medicine, Emergency Care, Surgery or Family Care. In addition you will have the opportunity to develop a specialist area of practice, or contribute to an existing service, with attendance at clinics or multi-disciplinary team meetings and the utilisation of independent prescribing skills. You will be required to undertake teaching and clinical supervision of less experienced pharmacists, trainee pharmacists, technicians and students including undertaking the designated supervisor role (once eligible).This Post has a requirement for seven-day working including weekends, late nights, bank holidays and cross-site cover.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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