Job summary
As part of the expansion of Immunology services a fantastic opportunity has become available to lead the pharmacy service provided to Immunology.
This is a new role and involves leading and developing the clinical pharmacy service to Immunology, with oversight and managerial responsibilities for Rheumatology and Dermatology as well. As medicines become more complex, you will play a pivotal role in the safe introduction and management of medicines including immunoglobulins, immunotherapy, monoclonal antibodies and gene therapy.
You will be an individual with proven experience in a hospital pharmacy setting with extensive experience working in a clinical role. Some experience of Immunology, Dermatology or Rheumatology patients would be desirable. Due to the large cohort of Immunology patients undergoing bone marrow transplants, BOPA SACT competency accredited would be an advantage. You will also have excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient care and experience of directorate working including managing high cost drugs and contributing to clinical guidelines and protocols. To act as the Lead Specialist Pharmacist for Immunology.To oversee the clinical pharmacy services to Dermatology and Rheumatology
To develop expert clinical pharmacy practice and expertise within the specialty of Immunology. To have input into the pharmaceutical care of Immunology BMT patients in collaboration with the BMT pharmacist
We welcome informal visits."
Main duties of the job
To drive and develop the clinical pharmacy service to Immunology and oversee the safe and effective use of Immunotherapies, Immunoglobulins, Biologics, Advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) and Gene Therapies within the specialist area
To be the Lead Specialist Pharmacist for Immunology and Immunotherapies
To oversee the clinical pharmacy services to Dermatology and Rheumatology
To develop expert clinical pharmacy practice and expertise within the specialty of Immunology and in the use of Immunotherapies and other advanced therapies.
To oversee the pharmaceutical care of Immunology BMT patients with the BMT pharmacist
To work with senior managers and clinicians, supporting strategic development of the immunology service
To manage, appraise and develop pharmacy staff within the team including the setting of objectives, ensuring adequate training and overseeing performance
To promote the safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines working closely with nursing, medical staff and healthcare managers
To lead on the immunology pharmacy aspects of any national or international accreditation within the specialities e.g The Joint Accreditation Committee ISCT-Europe & EBMT (JACIE)
To develop clinical guidelines and policies to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines and advanced therapies
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002.
- Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
- Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- BOPA SACT accredited or willing to work towards
- Independent Prescriber
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Substantial previous experience of working in a clinical pharmacy role with some experience (desirable) of Immunology, BMT, Dermatology or Rheumatology
- Experience of managing staff and leading projects
- Experience of developing standards and key performance indicators
- Experience of managing change and leading service development
- Experience of writing / implementing clinical guidelines and government directives
- Experience of delivering education and training
- Experience of high cost drug funding streams including IFR's
- To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards
- Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of screening SACT
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with all staff and Patients at all levels
- Ability to justify any advice given with supporting literature- evidence, should this be challenged.
- Good negotiation skills and the ability to influence senior pharmacy, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working.
- Good communication and time management skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to undertake audits/Practice Research
- Management, training and supervision of Staff
- Demonstrates innovation and strategic thinking
- Ability to motivate and act as a role model
- Ability to identify and implement best practice
- Ability to identify and manage risk
- Advanced level pharmaceutical care skills
Desirable
- Ability to undertake own research
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002.
- Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
- Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- BOPA SACT accredited or willing to work towards
- Independent Prescriber
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Substantial previous experience of working in a clinical pharmacy role with some experience (desirable) of Immunology, BMT, Dermatology or Rheumatology
- Experience of managing staff and leading projects
- Experience of developing standards and key performance indicators
- Experience of managing change and leading service development
- Experience of writing / implementing clinical guidelines and government directives
- Experience of delivering education and training
- Experience of high cost drug funding streams including IFR's
- To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards
- Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of screening SACT
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with all staff and Patients at all levels
- Ability to justify any advice given with supporting literature- evidence, should this be challenged.
- Good negotiation skills and the ability to influence senior pharmacy, medical staff and the multidisciplinary team
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working.
- Good communication and time management skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to undertake audits/Practice Research
- Management, training and supervision of Staff
- Demonstrates innovation and strategic thinking
- Ability to motivate and act as a role model
- Ability to identify and implement best practice
- Ability to identify and manage risk
- Advanced level pharmaceutical care skills
Desirable
- Ability to undertake own research
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
