Job summary
We're looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking pharmacist to lead and shape our Rheumatology pharmacy service at Royal Surrey County Hospital. This is a rare chance to take on a high-profile clinical leadership role at the heart of a well-established and supportive Multidisciplinary Team.
Whether you're an experienced specialist pharmacist ready to step into a senior lead role, or a motivated clinician with a strong rheumatology background looking to develop further, we would love to hear from you.
Overview of what we are looking for:Essential:o MPharm or equivalent; GPhC registeredo Post-registration Clinical Diploma or equivalento Independent Prescribing qualificationo Broad post-registration clinical pharmacy experience, ideally in an acute settingo Demonstrable knowledge of DMARDs and biologics in rheumatologyo Experience of developing medicines policies, leading teams, and working across multidisciplinary settingso Strong communication and interpersonal skills able to convey complex clinical information clearly to a range of audiencesDesirable:o Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS)o Active involvement in national pharmacist networks or specialist groupso Experience of audit, research, or project management at Trust or national level
Main duties of the job
You will work directly alongside Consultant Rheumatologists and specialist nurses, holding your own clinic caseload as an independent prescriber taking responsibility for the prescribing of DMARDs, biologics, and specialist medicines for patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis and other rheumatologically conditions.
What you will be doing:o Practising as an independent prescriber in outpatient clinics alongside Consultant Rheumatologists, delivering expert pharmaceutical care and contributing to medicines optimisationo Leading on safe, cost-effective prescribing across the specialty, including monitoring drug usage, expenditure, and biosimilar switchingo Developing and implementing prescribing guidelines, policies, and protocols for the departmento Representing pharmacy at Rheumatology MDT and governance meetings, and contributing to regional and national specialty networkso Acting as a clinical role model supporting, mentoring, and educating junior pharmacists, rotational staff, and other healthcare professionalso Driving service development and innovation, with the opportunity to participate in research and audit
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful post holder will work directly with our Rheumatology Consultants and Nurse Specialists and will be an integral part of our Rheumatology Multidisciplinary Team. The role involves participating in outpatient clinics and having an active role as an independent prescriber; conducting patient assessments and taking responsibility for the prescribing of DMARDs, biologics and specialist medicines.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills and to directly deliver enhanced-level, patient-centred care. Participating in research and teaching are other key aspects of the role. The post will also support clinical governance processes, such as the development of guidelines, policies and procedures.
Although this role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to develop further as an advanced-level practitioner, we welcome applications from pharmacists with varied rheumatology experience. Hospital experience is desirable but not essential, as role development support will be provided.
See the full job description for a full overview of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful post holder will work directly with our Rheumatology Consultants and Nurse Specialists and will be an integral part of our Rheumatology Multidisciplinary Team. The role involves participating in outpatient clinics and having an active role as an independent prescriber; conducting patient assessments and taking responsibility for the prescribing of DMARDs, biologics and specialist medicines.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills and to directly deliver enhanced-level, patient-centred care. Participating in research and teaching are other key aspects of the role. The post will also support clinical governance processes, such as the development of guidelines, policies and procedures.
Although this role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to develop further as an advanced-level practitioner, we welcome applications from pharmacists with varied rheumatology experience. Hospital experience is desirable but not essential, as role development support will be provided.
See the full job description for a full overview of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Pharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or MPharm GPhC registered
- Diploma/MSc in clinical pharmacy or other appropriate post graduate qualification or experience
- Demonstrates continued professional development
- Independent prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Related postgraduate qualifications
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS)
- Play an active role in a relevant national network / specialist pharmacist group
- Leadership and management qualifications
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive previous experience (post-registration) of clinical pharmacy, particularly in acute settings
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance/CQC/ and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
- Experience of developing and implementing medicines and service related policies for a specialty
- Some experience of line management, including effective performance management, recruitment and allocation of staff
- Some experience of excellent leadership and management skills
- Experience of training and education of both pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals
- Experience of multidisciplinary and team working at Pharmacy, Trust and regional level
- Understanding of issues affecting the NHS
- Demonstrable knowledge of caring for people who require Disease Modifying Anti- rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologics used for Rheumatology conditions
Desirable
- Publication of audit/research/clinical work at national level
- Experience of working actively on national groups
- Experience in project management (including department-wide roles) and evidence of completed outcomes
- Experience in undertaking, supervising and reporting/presenting audit / research work at local (Trust) level
- Effective liaison with relevant Trust level committees / groups or equivalent
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Pharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or MPharm GPhC registered
- Diploma/MSc in clinical pharmacy or other appropriate post graduate qualification or experience
- Demonstrates continued professional development
- Independent prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Related postgraduate qualifications
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS)
- Play an active role in a relevant national network / specialist pharmacist group
- Leadership and management qualifications
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive previous experience (post-registration) of clinical pharmacy, particularly in acute settings
- Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
- Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance/CQC/ and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
- Experience of developing and implementing medicines and service related policies for a specialty
- Some experience of line management, including effective performance management, recruitment and allocation of staff
- Some experience of excellent leadership and management skills
- Experience of training and education of both pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals
- Experience of multidisciplinary and team working at Pharmacy, Trust and regional level
- Understanding of issues affecting the NHS
- Demonstrable knowledge of caring for people who require Disease Modifying Anti- rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologics used for Rheumatology conditions
Desirable
- Publication of audit/research/clinical work at national level
- Experience of working actively on national groups
- Experience in project management (including department-wide roles) and evidence of completed outcomes
- Experience in undertaking, supervising and reporting/presenting audit / research work at local (Trust) level
- Effective liaison with relevant Trust level committees / groups or equivalent
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).
