Band 6 to 7 Rotational Pharmacist

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

One application, multiple opportunities in Clinical Pharmacy

Kickstart your pharmacy career with an unparalleled opportunity across Kingston Hospital, Croydon Health Services, and Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals.

Submit one application and attend one interview to secure a Band 6 to 7 Rotational Clinical position at Croydon, Epsom & St Helier OR Kingston Hospitals.

This means you have 3 job opportunities with just 1 application.

Our Band 6 to 7 progression program, also ensures that you have a structured and supportive pathway for career advancement, helping you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in your career.

To find out more about this opportunity, please follow this link: https://www.nhscareerssouthwestlondon.nhs.uk/search-jobs/rotationalclinicalpharmacist

This opportunity is open to trainee pharmacists due to qualifying in 2024 or registered pharmacists with the GPhC. Those seeking a new challenge, looking to explore a new sector, or to relocate to South West London are encouraged to apply.

As a rotational pharmacist, you'll work across several rotations:

Medical Admissions
Respiratory
Cardiology
Gastro
Elderly Care
Stroke
General Surgery
Orthogeriatrics
Patient Services
Medicines Information

B7 rotations: paediatrics, NNU and Maternity, Biologics, Adult TPN, Haemato-oncology ITU, and Antimicrobials.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 Rotational Pharmacist at Kingston Hospital, your day-to-day responsibilities are varied and integral to patient care. You will primarily focus on clinical work on the ward from 9 AM to 4 PM, handling medication dispensing, patient counselling, and advising on intravenous drug administration. Additionally, every two weeks you'll have a dispensary slot starting from 4PM, and every two weeks, a late duty commitment in the dispensary until 6 PM.

To enhance your professional development and gain a comprehensive portfolio of evidence, you will be supported through the Royal Pharmaceutical Society's Foundation Pharmacy Framework. If you have not already begun your diploma, we will assist you in pursuing the Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice at UCL. Upon successful completion of these objectives, you will be promoted directly to a Band 7 position.

As a valued member of our pharmacy team, you won't just be focused on your own responsibilities. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor and guide Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, helping them develop professionally and contributing to the growth of our larger team.

You will also have the chance to directly contribute to patient care by providing clinical services on weekends in our Acute Admissions Unit. This rotational program is designed to seamlessly integrate into your contracted hours, ensuring a well-rounded and fulfilling work-life experience.

About us

Joining the pharmaceutical team at Kingston Hospital provides a remarkable opportunity to expand your expertise and contribute to ground-breaking initiatives in a supportive setting. The hospital cultivates a welcoming, collaborative environment and strongly emphasises ongoing professional development, including opportunities for advanced education and career advancement, such as support with attaining the Independent Prescribing Qualification.

With upcoming advancements like a cutting-edge pharmacy department equipped with an automated dispensing robot, we are poised to revolutionise pharmaceutical practices. This centralised facility will bring together the entire pharmacy team under one roof, fostering stronger collaboration and team learning. Our pharmacists will be at the forefront of innovative practices, setting new standards for medication management and patient care.

Our trust is known for its friendly and supportive learning environment, and all our staff are based on one site, fostering a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere. This allows pharmacists to seamlessly integrate into the team and benefit from the wealth of knowledge and support available. The strong sense of teamwork and camaraderie further enhances the overall experience, making Kingston Hospital a great place for pharmacists seeking a supportive and enriching environment to work in.

Date posted

01 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,701 to £48,054 a year p.a. Including Outer London HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-NN-5936471-ACS-Y

Job locations

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure that you have read the job description and person specification and that your supporting statement reflects these, as your application will be assessed and scored against these criteria.

We welcome applications from Trainee Pharmacists and anyone looking to transition into hospital pharmacy.

Shift patterns:

37.5 hours per week, from 8.45 AM to 5:15 PM
Late duty (usually 1 hr 1 or 2 in 4 weeks).
On call (3 days in 12 weeks) based at home
7 day working rota

What we can offer you

27 days holiday + 8 paid bank holiday
Automatic enrolment into the NHS pension scheme which is one of the best in the UK
On-site exercise classes such as boxing
Car lease scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with Care first, which offers confidential counseling, advice, and information covering personal and work-related issues.
And much more!

Job description

Job responsibilities

We welcome applications from Trainee Pharmacists and anyone looking to transition into hospital pharmacy.

Shift patterns:

37.5 hours per week, from 8.45 AM to 5:15 PM
Late duty (usually 1 hr 1 or 2 in 4 weeks).
On call (3 days in 12 weeks) based at home
7 day working rota

What we can offer you

27 days holiday + 8 paid bank holiday
Automatic enrolment into the NHS pension scheme which is one of the best in the UK
On-site exercise classes such as boxing
Car lease scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with Care first, which offers confidential counseling, advice, and information covering personal and work-related issues.
And much more!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters Degree in Pharmacy
Membership of the GPhC

Experience

Essential

12 months UK NHS hospital pre-registration
Recent experience as a Clinical Pharmacist on acute, medical and surgical wards

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters Degree in Pharmacy
Membership of the GPhC

Experience

Essential

12 months UK NHS hospital pre-registration
Recent experience as a Clinical Pharmacist on acute, medical and surgical wards

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.