Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pharmacist to be part of a dynamic team. You will be working as a Band 7 Pharmacist to participate in, develop and support the services provided by the Dispensary and Operational team. You will assist the Clinical Lead Operational Pharmacist in the Clinical aspects relating to the functioning of the Dispensary, Procurement, and Distribution
We are looking for an enthusiastic Pharmacist with the ability to work effectively as part of a team, through excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to motivate themselves and others.
Main duties of the job
- Act as a role model to all technical and support staff working in the Dispensary Team and gain experience in mentoring and supervising Junior Pharmacistsrotating through the Dispensary.
- To clinically screen TTOs and Outpatient prescriptions as required.
- To develop the role of the rotational Pharmacists in the dispensary.
- To ensure the dispensary's compliance with best practice and medicines legislation.
- To ensure the safe and secure management of controlled drugs in the Dispensary
- To participate in on call, weekend, Bank Holiday and late duties as per the rota
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
- Taught Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- Educational supervisor
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Range of hospital pharmacy services
- Awareness of current issues
- Up to date pharmacy knowledge
- Experience providing a clinical service and Dispensary experience
- Paediatric Medicine
- Training mentoring and supervising staff
Desirable
- Homecare supplies
- EPIC Computer system
- Ascribe computer system
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Numerate
- Attention to detail
- Proven organisational skills, self and others
- Good time management and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent IT and database skills
- Good Communication skills on both a written and verbal basis
- Reliable
- Adaptable
Person Specification
Gosh Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Taught Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Independent Prescriber qualification
- Educational supervisor
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Range of hospital pharmacy services
- Awareness of current issues
- Up to date pharmacy knowledge
- Experience providing a clinical service and Dispensary experience
- Paediatric Medicine
- Training mentoring and supervising staff
Desirable
- Homecare supplies
- EPIC Computer system
- Ascribe computer system
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Numerate
- Attention to detail
- Proven organisational skills, self and others
- Good time management and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent IT and database skills
- Good Communication skills on both a written and verbal basis
- Reliable
- Adaptable
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
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
