Job summary
We are looking for an EPMA Pharmacist to cover maternity leave to be at the forefront of digital transformation here at CNWL. This post carries a Trustwide remit. It is expected that the post holder will have a keen interest in clinical digital systems and a passion for how it can be utilised to provide safe patient care. The post involves travelling across the geography of the Trust.
This role is essential to our next phase of the digitisation project which involves implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) using SystmOne. This will enhance the transfer of patient information between secondary and primary care services.
Previous applicants (within the last 3 months) need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Supporting EPMA/EPS system configuration, system development and testing Training and supporting all staff involved with the EPMA and/or EPS process (pharmacy, prescribers, nurses and floorwalkers)
Working with the Lead EPMA pharmacist to deal effectively with any issues arising to ensure that the system is fit for purpose
To act as a champion for EPMA, engaging staff and promoting the benefits of EPMA/EPS, ensuring that roll-out is implemented in a safe manner.
Excellent clinical knowledge, attention to detail and good time management are essential. SystmOne knowledge is preferrable but not essential. You must be a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have completed Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent. You will need to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, have good organisational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
About us
The post-holder will develop, support and implement initiatives related to electronic prescribing and medicines administration (EPMA) both within the pharmacy and the Trust with the aim of improving the service provided. Key responsibilities are:
To assist in the implementation of the business plan for EPMA ensuring a timely delivery of targets
To support the Lead Pharmacist and the project team on the development, implementation and on-going management of the EPMA system to ensure delivery of a high level of patient safety and quality of care, efficient use of staff resource and cost-effective prescribing
To work collaboratively with senior specialist pharmacists to ensure their input into the EPMA system
To support the roll-out of the EPMA system across all sites, including participation in an on-call support system during the implementation phase of the project
Job description
Job responsibilities
Excellent clinical knowledge, attention to detail and good time management are essential. You must be a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have completed Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent. You will need to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, have good organisational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Excellent clinical knowledge, attention to detail and good time management are essential. You must be a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have completed Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent. You will need to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, have good organisational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent
- GPhC (GB) registration
- Completion of Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- IT Service Management or equivalent experience
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy
- Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change
- Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Experience of training or managing others
- Experience of managing resources
- Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research
- Experience of working and liaising with Third Party Suppliers.
- Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels
- Strong experience in influencing the application of Digital to working practices.
- Experience of process mapping and re-design
- Experience of working with and influencing senior members of the Pharmacy team
Desirable
- Experience of database maintenance
- Experience in working with service user and carer groups
- Experience of supporting clinical applications within the Trust
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- Good interpersonal skills
- Understanding of Information Governance, Digital Security and confidentiality
- Knowledge of National Digital Strategy
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Computer literate
- Good negotiation skills
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands
- Ability to justify and reason any advice given should this be challenged
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise self, others and workload
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
- Previous experience of delivering training
- Identifies own training needs and maintains as portfolio of practice
- Implements findings of pharmacy practice research
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING
Essential
- MPharm or equivalent
- GPhC (GB) registration
- Completion of Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- IT Service Management or equivalent experience
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy
- Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change
- Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Experience of training or managing others
- Experience of managing resources
- Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research
- Experience of working and liaising with Third Party Suppliers.
- Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels
- Strong experience in influencing the application of Digital to working practices.
- Experience of process mapping and re-design
- Experience of working with and influencing senior members of the Pharmacy team
Desirable
- Experience of database maintenance
- Experience in working with service user and carer groups
- Experience of supporting clinical applications within the Trust
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- Good interpersonal skills
- Understanding of Information Governance, Digital Security and confidentiality
- Knowledge of National Digital Strategy
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Computer literate
- Good negotiation skills
- Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving
- Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands
- Ability to justify and reason any advice given should this be challenged
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise self, others and workload
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
- Previous experience of delivering training
- Identifies own training needs and maintains as portfolio of practice
- Implements findings of pharmacy practice 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).
