Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic pharmacist to join a friendly, progressive clinical team, serving patients at West London NHS Trust.
The successful candidate should be a highly motivated individual and a team player with good communication skills and a keen interest in mental health. The applicant should be able to work well both in a team and autonomously.
An applicant who starts at Band 6 would be expected to work towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice in order to progress to Band 7. An interest in mental health would be a requirement.
An applicant who starts at Band 7 would need to hold the Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice. A postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatric Pharmacy or Clinical Pharmacy Diploma would be desirable, but training can be supported. Previous experience of working in and/or interest in mental health would be a requirement.
Main duties of the job
Rotating through Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, and St Bernard's Sites, initially based at St Bernard's, the post holder will work closely with the pharmacist (Advanced) on each site and the multidisciplinary team to optimise pharmaceutical care for patients.
They will provide a clinical pharmacy service to allocated wards, offering advice to medical staff, nurses and patients on all aspects of the safe & effective use of medicines as well as facilitating medicines reconciliation and discharge planning. They will also support the delivery of education, training and service improvement using quality improvement methodology.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
- General Pharmaceutical Council membership
- Post graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice (Band 7); Commitment to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice (Band 6)
Desirable
- Membership of College of Mental Health Pharmacists
- Member of the RPSGB
- Postgraduate certificate and diploma in Psychiatric Therapeutics
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post-registration training and experience in hospital Pharmacy. This must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice (medicines information, aseptic services, ward services and dispensing)
- Demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend, substantiate and communicate therapeutic options for patients
- Practical Clinical experience including: Multidisciplinary team experience Direct Patient contact with Mental Health patients
- Demonstrable use of clinical audit to improve practice
Desirable
- Experience of working within a mental health environment
- Working with or experience of Directorate pharmacy service
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health pharmacy acquired through training and Experience
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Law and Ethics
Desirable
- Experience of IT Dispensing and Stock Control software relevant to Pharmacy practice
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good ability to use computer systems including Excel and Word
- Able to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
- General Pharmaceutical Council membership
- Post graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice (Band 7); Commitment to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice (Band 6)
Desirable
- Membership of College of Mental Health Pharmacists
- Member of the RPSGB
- Postgraduate certificate and diploma in Psychiatric Therapeutics
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years post-registration training and experience in hospital Pharmacy. This must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice (medicines information, aseptic services, ward services and dispensing)
- Demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend, substantiate and communicate therapeutic options for patients
- Practical Clinical experience including: Multidisciplinary team experience Direct Patient contact with Mental Health patients
- Demonstrable use of clinical audit to improve practice
Desirable
- Experience of working within a mental health environment
- Working with or experience of Directorate pharmacy service
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health pharmacy acquired through training and Experience
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Law and Ethics
Desirable
- Experience of IT Dispensing and Stock Control software relevant to Pharmacy practice
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good ability to use computer systems including Excel and Word
- Able to work under pressure
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).
