Clinical Pharmacist - Sefton

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB (Integrated Care Board) as a Clinical Pharmacist. Cheshire and Merseyside ICB covers a population of 2.7million people with services provided by 17 NHS trusts, 349 GP practices, 9 local authorities and 590 pharmacies. The post holder will work as a member of a place Medicines Optimisation team to support in delivering the objectives of the functions of the team. Current vacancies for this role are available in the following places: Sefton.

This role will support to improve medicines management outcomes by informing and co-ordinating the activities of key health care professional and support staff within practices and the wider community. You will utilise your existing clinical knowledge and skills in addition to developing within the role to improve outcomes for patients.

The successful applicant will be a clinical pharmacist with a passion for patient-centered care and a commitment to excellence in clinical practice. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building rapport with colleagues. We value adaptability and initiative, seeking individuals who are eager to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Main duties of the job

This will be varied and will adapt over time as the Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy function develops. However, the postholder is expected to fulfil the following key functions: -

To work on own initiative, unsupervised or as part of a team, to deliver safe, effective, and cost-effective use of the medicines resource in accordance with the medicines management agenda.

To take responsibility for providing specialist pharmaceutical and clinical advice and support GP practices, care homes and appropriate colleagues.

The main duties and responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and the post holder can expect to take on other responsibilities or specific tasks as required.

About us

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based on ability and merit as measured against a criteria for this role.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and we foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged.

Date posted

21 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

493-ICB-7030893

Job locations

1st floor Magdalen House

Trinity Road

Liverpool

L20 3NJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attached documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attached documents.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • o A minimum of 1 years' post registration experience
  • o Evidence of experience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timescales

Experience

Essential

  • oDiploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent e.g. CPPE Pathway completion or being undertaken
  • oIndependent or supplementary prescribing qualification or working towards/intent of gaining independent prescribing qualification

Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of persuasive negotiation and influencing skills are required as this information may be challenged by other professionals and the pharmaceutical industry.
  • oEvidence of ability to co-ordinate and plan activities with other professionals and agencies.
  • oEvidence of ability to work unsupervised and to take responsibility for project work.
  • oEvidence of ability to accept guidance and constructive criticism.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • o A minimum of 1 years' post registration experience
  • o Evidence of experience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timescales

Experience

Essential

  • oDiploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent e.g. CPPE Pathway completion or being undertaken
  • oIndependent or supplementary prescribing qualification or working towards/intent of gaining independent prescribing qualification

Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of persuasive negotiation and influencing skills are required as this information may be challenged by other professionals and the pharmaceutical industry.
  • oEvidence of ability to co-ordinate and plan activities with other professionals and agencies.
  • oEvidence of ability to work unsupervised and to take responsibility for project work.
  • oEvidence of ability to accept guidance and constructive criticism.

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board

Address

1st floor Magdalen House

Trinity Road

Liverpool

L20 3NJ


Employer's website

https://www.cheshireandmerseysidepartnership.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board

Address

1st floor Magdalen House

Trinity Road

Liverpool

L20 3NJ


Employer's website

https://www.cheshireandmerseysidepartnership.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Medicines Management, Sefton Place

Jennifer Johnston

jennifer.johnston@cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk

07557651263

Date posted

21 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

493-ICB-7030893

Job locations

1st floor Magdalen House

Trinity Road

Liverpool

L20 3NJ


Supporting documents

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