Job summary
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
Key aspects of the role include:
- Supporting EPMA system configuration, system development and testing
- Training and supporting all staff involved with the ePMA process (pharmacy, prescribers, nurses and floorwalkers)
- Working with the lead clinical informatics pharmacist to deal effectively with any issues arising to ensure that the ePMA system is fit for purpose
- To act as a champion for ePMA, engaging staff and promoting the benefits of ePMA, ensuring that roll-out is implemented in a safe manner
- Support the clinical pharmacy team on an occasional rostered basis
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research
- At least 3 years of working in hospital pharmacy
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Broad based clinical/ward experience
- Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change
- Experience of training or managing others
Desirable
- Experience in configuration of an EPMA system
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm (Pharmacist) or NVQ Pharmacy Service Level 3 with BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Pharmacy Practice (Technician)
- GPhC (GB) registration
Desirable
- Diploma in Pharmacy practice
- Knowledge of EPMA systems
- Completion of FS1 JPB or Diploma Equivalent
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- 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
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research
- At least 3 years of working in hospital pharmacy
- Comprehensive Band 6 rotation
- Broad based clinical/ward experience
- Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change
- Experience of training or managing others
Desirable
- Experience in configuration of an EPMA system
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm (Pharmacist) or NVQ Pharmacy Service Level 3 with BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Pharmacy Practice (Technician)
- GPhC (GB) registration
Desirable
- Diploma in Pharmacy practice
- Knowledge of EPMA systems
- Completion of FS1 JPB or Diploma Equivalent
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Effective pharmaceutical skills
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels
- 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
- Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance
- Understanding of NHS national and local priorities
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).
