Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Pentonville, a category B remand Prison located in North London, which housing around 1115 patients. This role is fantastic opportunity that would suit an experienced pharmacist who thrives on working within a fast paced environment and working collaboratively within clinical teams. The site has an aging population, with high long term conditions and polypharmacy, as part of your role would provide advice on medicines management and deliver structured medication review clinics.
The prison is easily accessible via Caledonian Road and Highbury and Islington stations, as well as having staff parking onsite. If you are interested in development the site also offers the opportunity to complete an independent prescriber course
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £53,000 per annum - depending on experience.
How we will support you
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As a Pharmacist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Be responsible for the provision and delivery of an integrated, safe, legal, high-quality prison pharmaceutical service.
- Work closely with the Head of Healthcare and the multidisciplinary team, you'll be responsible for ensuring that the provision of service meets the contractual obligations.
- Provide daily expert advice on pharmaceutical matters and ensuring that a safe but modern medicines management service is provided to prisoners.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Requirements
- GPhC registered Pharmacist.
- Management and leadership experience (desirable).
- Procurement and audit experience (desirable).
- Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy including pre-registration training
- Excellent communication skills
Although not essential ideal applicants would have at least 2 years pharmacist experience
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Pentonville, a category B remand Prison located in North London, which housing around 1115 patients. This role is fantastic opportunity that would suit an experienced pharmacist who thrives on working within a fast paced environment and working collaboratively within clinical teams. The site has an aging population, with high long term conditions and polypharmacy, as part of your role would provide advice on medicines management and deliver structured medication review clinics.
The prison is easily accessible via Caledonian Road and Highbury and Islington stations, as well as having staff parking onsite. If you are interested in development the site also offers the opportunity to complete an independent prescriber course
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £53,000 per annum - depending on experience.
How we will support you
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Pentonville, a category B remand Prison located in North London, which housing around 1115 patients. This role is fantastic opportunity that would suit an experienced pharmacist who thrives on working within a fast paced environment and working collaboratively within clinical teams. The site has an aging population, with high long term conditions and polypharmacy, as part of your role would provide advice on medicines management and deliver structured medication review clinics.
The prison is easily accessible via Caledonian Road and Highbury and Islington stations, as well as having staff parking onsite. If you are interested in development the site also offers the opportunity to complete an independent prescriber course
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £53,000 per annum - depending on experience.
How we will support you
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
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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).
