Job summary
Are you an experienced pharmacist looking for a new challenge?
The Pharmacy Department at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust are seeking a passionate and ambitious pharmacist to develop their specialism within the field of acute and emergency medicine
You will be joining our large team of specialist clinical pharmacists supported by a clinical team that consists of more than 100 staff that is a combination of pharmacists, technicians and clinical assistants.
The post is patient focused where you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of acute management of a broad range of medical conditions
Through our excellent links with regional education, local universities and in-house training programmes, staff will have the opportunity to develop their prescribing, educational supervision and management skills.
The role is Trust wide with the expectation to travel to both Emergency departments at East Kent University Foundation Trust. The role will enable you to develop clinical skills and develop clinical knowledge from two busy Emergency Departments.
We are a Trust in the South East of the Country, all close to the seaside and gorgeous countryside but fast links into London & France.
Main duties of the job
To support the Advanced Pharmacists for Acute Medicine and Emergency Medicine to provide a safe and effective clinical pharmacy service. You will be actively encouraged to contribute towards on-going service development.
The post holder will participate as part of the multi-disciplinary team in Acute Medicine/Emergency Department to support consistent and effective medicines optimisation.
The post holder will also have a commitment to the core services such as dispensary cover, extended hours service on acute medical floor and on call as well as contributing to a comprehensive clinical pharmacy on the emergency floor
You will be encouraged to participate in audit, project work and completion of Non-Medical Prescribing.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide a patient focused clinical service
- Demonstrate and apply the principals of effective medicines optimisation as part of day to day activities
- To identify and address any medication safety concerns within their clinical area
- Effective contribution to the MDT to which the post holder is assigned as a clinical pharmacist
- To support and develop the clinical pharmacy service
- In all aspects of the role to follow legal, ethical, professional and employers codes of conduct.
- To undertake and propose clinical and service audits as needed.
- To undertake medication assessments / evaluations as required.
- To demonstrate a critical approach towards pharmacy practice in emergency medicine.
- To actively seek to improve the ward and clinical services provided.
- To be a practice supervisor for Foundation Pharmacists and Trainee Pharmacists as appropriate.
- To provide effective supervision of junior staff and provide effective feedback to them on their performance
- After suitable training to be an educational supervisor for pre-registration pharmacists.
- To contribute to training of other healthcare professionals including direct delivery of teaching as needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide a patient focused clinical service
- Demonstrate and apply the principals of effective medicines optimisation as part of day to day activities
- To identify and address any medication safety concerns within their clinical area
- Effective contribution to the MDT to which the post holder is assigned as a clinical pharmacist
- To support and develop the clinical pharmacy service
- In all aspects of the role to follow legal, ethical, professional and employers codes of conduct.
- To undertake and propose clinical and service audits as needed.
- To undertake medication assessments / evaluations as required.
- To demonstrate a critical approach towards pharmacy practice in emergency medicine.
- To actively seek to improve the ward and clinical services provided.
- To be a practice supervisor for Foundation Pharmacists and Trainee Pharmacists as appropriate.
- To provide effective supervision of junior staff and provide effective feedback to them on their performance
- After suitable training to be an educational supervisor for pre-registration pharmacists.
- To contribute to training of other healthcare professionals including direct delivery of teaching as needed.
Person Specification
qualification
Essential
- MRPharmS
- completed stage 1 of diploma or equivalent
Desirable
- diploma
- practice supervisor
- Non-medical prescriber
Skills
Essential
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- team work
- Organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- service improvement
- teaching
Experience
Essential
- Experience in range of clinical specialities
- Undertaken audits and shown implementation of results
- Understanding of patient safety issues relevant to pharmacy services
Desirable
- significant clinical experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical knowledge demonstrated through interventions recorded
Desirable
- Demonstrate experience in a full range of clinical specialties
values
Essential
- Demonstrates how practice promotes trust values
- Promote equality and value diversity
Person Specification
qualification
Essential
- MRPharmS
- completed stage 1 of diploma or equivalent
Desirable
- diploma
- practice supervisor
- Non-medical prescriber
Skills
Essential
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- team work
- Organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable
- service improvement
- teaching
Experience
Essential
- Experience in range of clinical specialities
- Undertaken audits and shown implementation of results
- Understanding of patient safety issues relevant to pharmacy services
Desirable
- significant clinical experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical knowledge demonstrated through interventions recorded
Desirable
- Demonstrate experience in a full range of clinical specialties
values
Essential
- Demonstrates how practice promotes trust values
- Promote equality and value diversity
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).
