Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Advanced Pharmacist (Primary Care)

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Job summary

We have an exciting career opportunity for a forward-thinking Advanced Clinical Pharmacist in Primary Care.

Are you a motivated clinical pharmacist with a passion for patient care? Do you thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment and possess excellent communication skills? If so, we have a fantastic career opportunity for you to join our team, where you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality and innovative patient care.

Main duties of the job

As a prescriber in this role, you'll have the unique chance to establish pharmacist-led chronic disease clinics and actively support the multi-disciplinary team in conducting medication reviews. Your patient-centred approach will be instrumental in providing exceptional care and supporting the year-of-care initiative. To support your professional growth, we strongly encourage research to enhance clinical practice and maintain outstanding standards.

Located in the Western area of North Wales, with easy access to Chester and the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia, this position offers a wealth of opportunities for you to enjoy your free time to the fullest. To facilitate your relocation, the Health Board provides a competitive relocation expenses policy for individuals looking to move to our area.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

31 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£51,706 to £58,210 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-PST126-0724

Job locations

Eryldon

Campbell Road

Caernarfon

LL55 1HU


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MPharm Degree or equivalent
  • Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
  • Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

  • Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a Higher Education Institute Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor

Experience

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacy

Aptitudes and abilities

Essential

  • Ability to set and meet deadlines
  • Ability to prioritise and delegate

Desirable

  • Demonstrate ability to influence and negotiate within a multidisciplinary team setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MPharm Degree or equivalent
  • Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
  • Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

  • Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a Higher Education Institute Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor

Experience

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacy

Aptitudes and abilities

Essential

  • Ability to set and meet deadlines
  • Ability to prioritise and delegate

Desirable

  • Demonstrate ability to influence and negotiate within a multidisciplinary team setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Eryldon

Campbell Road

Caernarfon

LL55 1HU


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Eryldon

Campbell Road

Caernarfon

LL55 1HU


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Head of Pharmacy, Primary Care West

Sarah Kingman

Sarah.Kingman@wales.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

31 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£51,706 to £58,210 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-PST126-0724

Job locations

Eryldon

Campbell Road

Caernarfon

LL55 1HU


Supporting documents

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