Pharmacist - Lecturer Practitioner

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We have a very exciting opportunity for a pharmacist to contribute to the clinical pharmacy service at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust (60% of the time) in conjunction with developing themselves as a teacher practitioner, working with undergraduate MPharm students at the University of Huddersfield (40% of the time).

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a high standard of patient focused pharmaceutical care, and will rotate around different specialities in the Trust. You will have excellent communication, IT and team working skills and self-motivation to contribute to the development and delivery of the pharmacy service within the Trust. This role will involve development of rotational band 6 diploma pharmacists and trainee pharmacists

Main duties of the job

Main Tasks - Trust role

Support the Deputy Clinical Director Pharmacy in setting the strategic direction for the Clinical Pharmacy Service
Contribute to the development of the annual business plan and strategic planning for the Pharmacy Directorate
Implement Trust policies in relation to the Clinical Pharmacy Service
Continually review the quality and standard of service provision through consultation with users of the Clinical Pharmacy Service
Assists Directorates and specialties in controlling drug expenditure
Ensure the appropriate stock control and storage of materials and safe maintenance of equipment used in the provision of the Clinical Pharmacy services
Participates in weekend. public holiday and out of hours provision of pharmacy services

Main tasks - Lecturer Practitioner role

Supervise student placements
Act as mentor for students in practice placements
Contribute to recruitment activities
To liaise between the Trust and the University for placements and workplace learning activities
To take an active role in liaison between CHFT and the staff and students of the University to support relevant research project
Design teaching material and deliver across a range of modules within the subject area, using appropriate teaching, learning support and assessment methods
Design, mark and give feedback on appropriate assessments
Contribute to the revision and improvements in curriculum content and delivery

About us

CHFT is a digitally advanced hospital - we use Cerner Millenium Electronic Patient record which includes electronic prescribing and administration. We are continually striving to develop our service to provide best outcomes for patients.

We are committed to your personal development and we will give you every opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge.

Date posted

09 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

372-FSS2284

Job locations

CRH/HRI

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties

Participate in the Clinical Pharmacy Service, reviewing prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, drug interactions and legality; dispenses and supplies drugs for patients
Provide professional and clinical information and advice to the multidisciplinary healthcare staff (including primary care), patients and carers, to support individual patient care and medicines optimisation
Make recommendations tailored to the context of specific patients or situations, including calculations for complex drug regimens
Address issues of co-existing medical diseases and conditions such as renal and hepatic impairment, pregnancy, breastfeeding and concurrent medications
Make recommendations in high-risk areas of prescribing, including use of medicines in pregnancy, breastfeeding and intravenous medications
Apply sound professional judgement to complex clinical issues and dilemmas, particularly where definitive information is lacking
Participate in pharmacy practice research and clinical audit
Liaise with antibiotic pharmacists and microbiology to ensure adherence to the antibiotic formulary, prescribing guidelines and antimicrobial management policy
Undertakes activities in relation to clinical trials in line with standard operating procedures
Practices as a pharmacist prescriber within their area of competence

Professional Duties

Implement Trust policies in relation to Medicines Management
Manage risk in areas of responsibility
Undertake the legal and professional responsibilities of a responsible pharmacist
Participate in the training of pharmacy staff, students and other health care professionals
Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in accordance with Trust policy and the requirements of The General Pharmaceutical Council.

Managerial Duties

Clinical professional supervision of junior pharmacy staff

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties

Participate in the Clinical Pharmacy Service, reviewing prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, drug interactions and legality; dispenses and supplies drugs for patients
Provide professional and clinical information and advice to the multidisciplinary healthcare staff (including primary care), patients and carers, to support individual patient care and medicines optimisation
Make recommendations tailored to the context of specific patients or situations, including calculations for complex drug regimens
Address issues of co-existing medical diseases and conditions such as renal and hepatic impairment, pregnancy, breastfeeding and concurrent medications
Make recommendations in high-risk areas of prescribing, including use of medicines in pregnancy, breastfeeding and intravenous medications
Apply sound professional judgement to complex clinical issues and dilemmas, particularly where definitive information is lacking
Participate in pharmacy practice research and clinical audit
Liaise with antibiotic pharmacists and microbiology to ensure adherence to the antibiotic formulary, prescribing guidelines and antimicrobial management policy
Undertakes activities in relation to clinical trials in line with standard operating procedures
Practices as a pharmacist prescriber within their area of competence

Professional Duties

Implement Trust policies in relation to Medicines Management
Manage risk in areas of responsibility
Undertake the legal and professional responsibilities of a responsible pharmacist
Participate in the training of pharmacy staff, students and other health care professionals
Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in accordance with Trust policy and the requirements of The General Pharmaceutical Council.

Managerial Duties

Clinical professional supervision of junior pharmacy staff

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MPharm or equivalent Degree in Pharmacy approved by General Pharmaceutical Council
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
Pharmacist prescriber
Teaching qualification
Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

Able to demonstrate recent relevant experience of clinical pharmacy practice
Good knowledge of Clinical Pharmacy, Medicines Management and Pharmacy Practice acquired through training and experience.
Computer literate
Pharmacy Practice Research and Clinical Audit
Knowledge of drug budgets
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
Problem solving and analytical skills
Demonstrate commitment to CPD
Education & Training skills

Desirable

Evidence of teaching undergraduates, post-graduates, doctors, nurses, pharmacists

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

Self-motivating and the ability to influence others
Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MPharm or equivalent Degree in Pharmacy approved by General Pharmaceutical Council
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
Pharmacist prescriber
Teaching qualification
Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

Able to demonstrate recent relevant experience of clinical pharmacy practice
Good knowledge of Clinical Pharmacy, Medicines Management and Pharmacy Practice acquired through training and experience.
Computer literate
Pharmacy Practice Research and Clinical Audit
Knowledge of drug budgets
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
Problem solving and analytical skills
Demonstrate commitment to CPD
Education & Training skills

Desirable

Evidence of teaching undergraduates, post-graduates, doctors, nurses, pharmacists

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

Self-motivating and the ability to influence others
Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

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.

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