Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity at the University Hospital Southampton, NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) for an enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team based in Technical Services Unit (TSU) and also work within the Childrens Clinical Pharmacy team. The role will be split (50/50) between the two teams.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The TSU is focused around the Centralised Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) units supplying both TPN and individual patient doses to neonatal, paediatric and adult patients within UHS. The TSU has invested in automated compounding for TPN and is looking to introduce a state of the art IT compounding system for CIVAS and as such there is ample opportunity for project work, audit and research.
The Child Health Pharmacy team is well established, providing specialist pharmacy services within the paediatric multidisciplinary teams to provide high quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
For those candidates applying who do not yet meet the Band 7 person specification, a training and development programmewill be offered, to provide a progression post from Band 6 to Band 7. The Job description outlines what is expected of thepharmacist at each banding, the person specifications are presented separately. We encourage interested candidates tocontact Rosemary Dempsey or Suzannah Hibberd to discuss the role and progression post in detail.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated Good by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
Working within the childrens pharmacy team your main duties will include:
- Providing a specialist clinical pharmacy service to paediatric wards.
- Act as a role model for junior/newly qualified pharmacists.
- Providing training within paediatrics for pharmacy, medical and nursing staff.
Working within technical services your main duties will include:
- Assisting in the production of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and Centralised Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) by clinically assessing prescriptions and undertaking the check and final release of products.
- Supervising junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy support workers within TSU.
- In conjunction with senior pharmacists, act as the Responsible Pharmacist for the TSU in accordance with national recommendations.
- Apply specialist knowledge to assess and evaluate the preparation method, formulation, and chemical stability of agents using all available and suitable reference sources.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
You will have ample opportunities to develop your skills within different therapy areas and extend your roles of practice. Comprehensive clinical and technical training will be given in all relevant areas to support and develop your role. In return we expect a commitment to personal development including self-directed learning and attendance at off-site courses.
Prior experience in aseptic or oncology preparation would be an advantage but is not essential. Previous experience of providing a clinical pharmacy service to a ward or speciality is required and you will have an opportunity to help your specialist skills to evolve. We are keen to encourage you to develop as a person by offering you structured training and all the support and encouragement youd expect from a leading teaching Trust.
You must be enthusiastic and committed to team working with good communication skills. Previous experience in both technical services and paediatric pharmacy would be desirable but not essential. We are able to provide training and staff development; experienced staff will support you in this role.
For those candidates applying who do not yet meet the Band 7 person specification, a training and development programme will be offered, to provide a progression post from Band 6 to Band 7. The Job description outlines what is expected of the pharmacist at each banding, the person specifications are presented separately. We encourage interested candidates to contact Rosemary Dempsey or Suzannah Hibberd to discuss the role and progression post in detail.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on Monday, 10th of July
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
Working within the childrens pharmacy team your main duties will include:
- Providing a specialist clinical pharmacy service to paediatric wards.
- Act as a role model for junior/newly qualified pharmacists.
- Providing training within paediatrics for pharmacy, medical and nursing staff.
Working within technical services your main duties will include:
- Assisting in the production of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and Centralised Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) by clinically assessing prescriptions and undertaking the check and final release of products.
- Supervising junior pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy support workers within TSU.
- In conjunction with senior pharmacists, act as the Responsible Pharmacist for the TSU in accordance with national recommendations.
- Apply specialist knowledge to assess and evaluate the preparation method, formulation, and chemical stability of agents using all available and suitable reference sources.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
You will have ample opportunities to develop your skills within different therapy areas and extend your roles of practice. Comprehensive clinical and technical training will be given in all relevant areas to support and develop your role. In return we expect a commitment to personal development including self-directed learning and attendance at off-site courses.
Prior experience in aseptic or oncology preparation would be an advantage but is not essential. Previous experience of providing a clinical pharmacy service to a ward or speciality is required and you will have an opportunity to help your specialist skills to evolve. We are keen to encourage you to develop as a person by offering you structured training and all the support and encouragement youd expect from a leading teaching Trust.
You must be enthusiastic and committed to team working with good communication skills. Previous experience in both technical services and paediatric pharmacy would be desirable but not essential. We are able to provide training and staff development; experienced staff will support you in this role.
For those candidates applying who do not yet meet the Band 7 person specification, a training and development programme will be offered, to provide a progression post from Band 6 to Band 7. The Job description outlines what is expected of the pharmacist at each banding, the person specifications are presented separately. We encourage interested candidates to contact Rosemary Dempsey or Suzannah Hibberd to discuss the role and progression post in detail.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on Monday, 10th of July
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- GPhC registered or equivalent
Desirable
- Can demonstrate consistent performance in the 4 out of 7 domains in the RPS Foundation Pharmacy Framework
- Working towards a postgraduate certificate or similar eg HEE South Foundation Programme
Experience
Essential
- Approved pre-registration experience successfully completed
- Experience at pre-registration or post-registration level, including dispensary and clinical pharmacy services
- Strong exposure to clinical pharmacy and experience in pharmaceutical intervention at both dispensary and ward level
Desirable
- Further all round hospital experience as pre-reg or band 6, such as experience in medicines information and/or aseptic services
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Attentive to details, accurate work
- Able to solve problems and know when to refer
- Able to prioritise work
- Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
- Sound clinical knowledge
- Numerate
- Able to use initiative
- Able to work as part of a team or independently (ie wards, on-call)
- Able to cope with pressure and maintain concentration
Desirable
- Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office
- Evidence of team working, preferable with leadership role
- Supervisory experience
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Job will involve weekend working on rotation and some late duties during the week
- Willing and able to undertake further formal education - i.e. Clinical Diploma modules, if not already obtained
Desirable
- Ability to participate in the emergency duty service - normally a requirement of the post, appointments without this will be exceptional.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- GPhC registered or equivalent
Desirable
- Can demonstrate consistent performance in the 4 out of 7 domains in the RPS Foundation Pharmacy Framework
- Working towards a postgraduate certificate or similar eg HEE South Foundation Programme
Experience
Essential
- Approved pre-registration experience successfully completed
- Experience at pre-registration or post-registration level, including dispensary and clinical pharmacy services
- Strong exposure to clinical pharmacy and experience in pharmaceutical intervention at both dispensary and ward level
Desirable
- Further all round hospital experience as pre-reg or band 6, such as experience in medicines information and/or aseptic services
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Attentive to details, accurate work
- Able to solve problems and know when to refer
- Able to prioritise work
- Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
- Sound clinical knowledge
- Numerate
- Able to use initiative
- Able to work as part of a team or independently (ie wards, on-call)
- Able to cope with pressure and maintain concentration
Desirable
- Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office
- Evidence of team working, preferable with leadership role
- Supervisory experience
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Job will involve weekend working on rotation and some late duties during the week
- Willing and able to undertake further formal education - i.e. Clinical Diploma modules, if not already obtained
Desirable
- Ability to participate in the emergency duty service - normally a requirement of the post, appointments without this will be exceptional.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
