Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 3 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Deputy Head of Pharmacy, Primary Care and Community Services, (Central) - Band 8b
We are looking for a dynamic and forward thinking individual to lead on the development of safe effective clinical pharmacy services within primary care and community. You will operationally lead, promote and support the continued development of the pharmacy services ensuring a focus on patient care and outcomes. This will be achieved through team leadership and collaborative working with colleagues across the integrated health community. (IHC)
There is a strong ethos of development and innovation: we continue to increase the number of non-medical prescribers providing clinical services and you will support the development of advanced practice across all professions. We actively encourage career progression by offering funded places on the Independent prescribing course and the Advanced Clinical Practice MSc (run by Bangor and Glyndwr Universities). We have our own BCUHB development framework which supports pharmacists to map themselves against the RPS Faculty, all members of staff are encouraged to build a portfolio.
Main duties of the job
As part of this role you will also deputise for the Head of Pharmacy, Primary Care and Community with other cross sector operational leads, representing the role of pharmacy in the delivery of care as well as contributing to the resolution and direction of service delivery.
This is a part-time hours (22.5 hours).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you would like to discuss further, please contact
Rory Wilkinson - Head of Pharmacy Primary Care and Community (Centre)
E-mail: rory.wilkinson@wales.nhs.uk
Tel:07500027249
Ceri Jones -Deputy Head of Pharmacy Primary Care & Community (Centre)
E-mail: ceri.ann.jones@wales.nhs.uk
Tel: 07827997691
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.
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
- Registered pharmacist with GPhC Masters Degree or equivalent in pharmacy
- Post-graduate diploma/MSc in relevant pharmacy area or equiv documented experience in relevant area
Desirable
- Practicing member of RPS Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Teaching/assessing qualification Independent/supplementary prescriber ECDL
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a suitable level of experience in providing specialist pharmacy services.
- Experience of working effectively in a multi disciplinary environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmacy services to mental health and community services
- Demonstrable experience of managing conflicting priorities within tight budgets and/or time constraints
SKILLS
Essential
- Project management Operational management experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate and manage staff effectively
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of clinical pharmacy and evidenced based therapeutics in area of responsibility
- Awareness of statutory and professional standards that apply to prescribing and pharmacy services.
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service developments that will impact on general practice and community pharmacy
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Evidence of leadership skills and ability to influence and negotiate within the service, and external stakeholders.
- Good communicator, motivated and able to work as part of a team
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with individuals and partner organisations
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered pharmacist with GPhC Masters Degree or equivalent in pharmacy
- Post-graduate diploma/MSc in relevant pharmacy area or equiv documented experience in relevant area
Desirable
- Practicing member of RPS Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Teaching/assessing qualification Independent/supplementary prescriber ECDL
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a suitable level of experience in providing specialist pharmacy services.
- Experience of working effectively in a multi disciplinary environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmacy services to mental health and community services
- Demonstrable experience of managing conflicting priorities within tight budgets and/or time constraints
SKILLS
Essential
- Project management Operational management experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate and manage staff effectively
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of clinical pharmacy and evidenced based therapeutics in area of responsibility
- Awareness of statutory and professional standards that apply to prescribing and pharmacy services.
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service developments that will impact on general practice and community pharmacy
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Evidence of leadership skills and ability to influence and negotiate within the service, and external stakeholders.
- Good communicator, motivated and able to work as part of a team
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with individuals and partner organisations
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).
