Job summary
The post holder will be working as part of a team of clinical pharmacists to work on wards and in theatres to deliver high quality evidence-based pharmaceutical services.
The post holder will be expected to help develop and implement:
- Processes of pharmacy service delivery and clinical governance
- The Medicine Code- including setting up audits to fulfil CQC, CQUIN and CCG Contract requirements.
The position will also involve supporting the delivery of action plans relating to safety alerts and the teaching of Medicines Management to medical, nursing, pharmacy and other health care workers in the Trust by working with senior pharmacists. The post holder will also have a clinical commitment which includes on-calls and weekend cover.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual, with good clinical skills who is keen and effective at implementing changes. We are looking for a Band 6 clinical pharmacist with the aim of progressing to a Band 7 pharmacist.
A Band 7 post may be offered depending on individual experience.
Main duties of the job
- To be a clinical pharmacist to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to patients and their carers in the Trust including on wards and in theatres
- To act as a role model in the field of clinical pharmacy and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in-line with Trust objectives and government initiatives
- To work closely with other staff in the department to ensure the delivery of an integrated pharmacy service across the hospital and to pre-operative assessment
- Audit, monitor and develop medicines management in line with pharmacy strategy aims and objectives
For further details, please refer to the job description.
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be a clinical pharmacist to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to patients and their carers in the Trust including on wards and in theatres
- To act as a role model in the field of clinical pharmacy and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in-line with Trust objectives and government initiatives
- To work closely with other staff in the department to ensure the delivery of an integrated pharmacy service across the hospital and to pre-operative assessment
- Audit, monitor and develop medicines management in line with pharmacy strategy aims and objectives
For full description of main duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be a clinical pharmacist to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to patients and their carers in the Trust including on wards and in theatres
- To act as a role model in the field of clinical pharmacy and provide a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service in-line with Trust objectives and government initiatives
- To work closely with other staff in the department to ensure the delivery of an integrated pharmacy service across the hospital and to pre-operative assessment
- Audit, monitor and develop medicines management in line with pharmacy strategy aims and objectives
For full description of main duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm
- Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (UK)
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent level of communication
- MDT working
- Pharmaceutical care experience
Desirable
- Recent hospital experience
- Previous use of PICS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Effective time management skills
- Able to work effectively to short, medium and long term
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm
- Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (UK)
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent level of communication
- MDT working
- Pharmaceutical care experience
Desirable
- Recent hospital experience
- Previous use of PICS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Effective time management skills
- Able to work effectively to short, medium and long term
Desirable
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
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
