Job summary
***previous applicants need not apply***
Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy will close early
Our friendly and progressive pharmacy department is currently looking for self-motivated individuals to join the team here at the Great Western Hospital on a flexible contract.
The pharmacy team are forward thinking and continuously strive to improve our ways of working, putting medicines optimisation at the heart of our clinical services. We put the patient at the centre of our care and aim to enhance every patient's experience.
For more information, please contact Claire Oates, Clinical Pharmacy Manager via email: Claire.Oates1@nhs.net or 01793 605030
Main duties of the job
Within this role the main duties will include working in one or more of the following areas:
- Ward based clinical services (including but not limited to admissions, surgery, cardiology, respiratory, gastroenterology, care of the elderly)
- Dispensary services
If you have never practiced in hospital pharmacy, we equally welcome applications from any sector, where we can build on your previously gained skills to make you a confident and knowledgeable hospital pharmacist.
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in the provision of efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical services including clinical and dispensary services.
To provide a clinical service to designated ward(s) and support the operational needs of the department, completing competencies in all relevant aspects of the service.
To contribute to the ongoing operational provision of pharmacy services, in line with departmental rotas including evenings and weekends.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in the provision of efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical services including clinical and dispensary services.
To provide a clinical service to designated ward(s) and support the operational needs of the department, completing competencies in all relevant aspects of the service.
To contribute to the ongoing operational provision of pharmacy services, in line with departmental rotas including evenings and weekends.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- Commitment to CPD in line with GPhC recommendations
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPSGB
- Post graduate clinical diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience in NHS hospital pharmacy
- Clinical Pharmacy: demonstrate a core knowledge of therapeutics and pharmacology
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of clinical reasoning and judgement
- Demonstrate the ability to problem solve
Desirable
- Experience of formulating protocols and standards
- Experience of pharmacist led discharge and working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Project / Audit work
- Demonstrates awareness of current NHS agenda
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- Commitment to CPD in line with GPhC recommendations
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPSGB
- Post graduate clinical diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience in NHS hospital pharmacy
- Clinical Pharmacy: demonstrate a core knowledge of therapeutics and pharmacology
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of clinical reasoning and judgement
- Demonstrate the ability to problem solve
Desirable
- Experience of formulating protocols and standards
- Experience of pharmacist led discharge and working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Project / Audit work
- Demonstrates awareness of current NHS agenda
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).
