Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Medicines Safety Officer (MSO)
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Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced pharmacist with a passion for safety and patient-centred care.
With a proven track record of successfully leading a team you will be responsible for the provision of high-quality clinical pharmacy services across the trust with a focus on patient-centred care, staff engagement and continuous improvement.
Whilst previous experience of providing care to people with mental health and learning disabilities conditions is desirable it is not essential provided you have a keen interest in this field and are committed to developing your knowledge and skills in this area.
Main duties of the job
As the Trust's Medicines Safety Officer (MSO) you will work closely with the Trust's Patient Safety Team to respond to medicines safety alerts/ guidance, incidents and risks, supporting staff to prevent and resolve issues, share learning and good practice and promote a strong Just Culture of safety to protect patients from medicines-related harm.
The successful candidate will provide strategic, clinical and professional direction for the development of pharmacy services and medicines optimisation, deputising for the Chief Pharmacist when needed and as a development opportunity.
You will be supported by our committed and highly valued pharmacy team, and work closely with our Chief Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Services Business/ Operations manager and the senior lead pharmacists you line manage.
This rewarding role is the perfect opportunity for you to further develop your collaborative leadership skills and make a significant contribution to high quality patient care.
If you are interested in this position and would like more information, we would be really pleased to tell you more about our team and the work we do. Please contact either Jane Riley, Chief Pharmacist (jane.riley@nhs.net / 07985 863644) or Dawn Fleming, current post holder (dawn.fleming@nhs.net / 07929 015341).
About us
The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching,research and development.
There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers.
We also have an incredible bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank.
Applicants should be aware that for any individuals who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8c
Salary
£70,417 to £81,138 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
173-12424-COR
Job locations
Pharmacy Newsam Centre Seacroft (or another Trust site if preferred)
Leeds
LS14 6UH
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pharmacy Newsam Centre Seacroft (or another Trust site if preferred)
Leeds
LS14 6UH
Employer's website
https://www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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