Job summary
We are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our progressive and dynamic pharmacy team. Applications are welcomed from newly qualified pharmacists or those looking to expand their practice in another sector.
You will work in an exceptionally friendly environment and gain experience and training in a wide range of pharmacy activities that will provide an excellent grounding for your future career in pharmacy.
Our training programme has a proven track record of producing pharmacists with a high level of relevant knowledge and skills. Training includes rotations into:
Ward-based clinical pharmacy
Mental Health Services
Primary Care
Out-patient and in-patient dispensaries
If you are interested in a full time post with the Hospital Pharmacy Team of the Year 2022 and being an integrated part of the multidisciplinary team, then this is the job for you.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a rotational clinical pharmacist role working closely with pharmacy colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team.
You will have the opportunity to develop your practice in a wide range of clinical areas in a small and friendly acute trust.
You will be supported in ongoing studies though the clinical diploma and subsequent prescribing qualifications.
You will be expected to undertake the role of responsible pharmacist when working in outpatient areas.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest;
Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;
48 general practices (four of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;
Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services;
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
To participate in the delivery and development of ward based clinical pharmacy services.
To participate in the provision of Medicines Information and advisory services to medical, nursing and other staff.
To undertake a post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy.
To provide clinical pharmacy support to the inpatient and outpatient dispensaries and to undertake the role of Responsible Pharmacist when required.
To provide professional supervision to technical and support staff.
To contribute to the training of Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
To participate in clinical audit.
To contribute to the practice and development of quality governance throughout the department.
To undertake any training (managerial and professional) identified by staff appraisal.
To participate in weekend, on-call, Bank Holiday, early and late working in accordance with agreed rotas.
To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to the patients, staff and the Trust.
To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal Process.
To be familiar and comply with relevant Operational, Personnel, Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Fire, COSHH, No Smoking and Alcohol.
Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 24/03/23
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
To participate in the delivery and development of ward based clinical pharmacy services.
To participate in the provision of Medicines Information and advisory services to medical, nursing and other staff.
To undertake a post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy.
To provide clinical pharmacy support to the inpatient and outpatient dispensaries and to undertake the role of Responsible Pharmacist when required.
To provide professional supervision to technical and support staff.
To contribute to the training of Trainee Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
To participate in clinical audit.
To contribute to the practice and development of quality governance throughout the department.
To undertake any training (managerial and professional) identified by staff appraisal.
To participate in weekend, on-call, Bank Holiday, early and late working in accordance with agreed rotas.
To maintain confidentiality at all times relating to the patients, staff and the Trust.
To actively participate in the Staff Appraisal Process.
To be familiar and comply with relevant Operational, Personnel, Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Fire, COSHH, No Smoking and Alcohol.
Maintain a safe environment by adhering to local infection control policies
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 24/03/23
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in pharmacy (4 years or equivalent)
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (registered pharmacist or pre-registration pharmacy trainee during applications, must be registered pharmacist at time of start date)
- English language qualification - GCSE grade C or above or IELTS score of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in all other components.
- Professional knowledge of medicines managements systems and process in an integrated NHS.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of healthcare in a pharmacy
Desirable
- Demonstrate achievement in more than one area of medicines management
- Hospital experience
- Technical Services
- Experience of teaching & supervision of pre-registration pharmacists, technicians and assistants
- Primary care experience
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in pharmacy (4 years or equivalent)
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (registered pharmacist or pre-registration pharmacy trainee during applications, must be registered pharmacist at time of start date)
- English language qualification - GCSE grade C or above or IELTS score of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in all other components.
- Professional knowledge of medicines managements systems and process in an integrated NHS.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of healthcare in a pharmacy
Desirable
- Demonstrate achievement in more than one area of medicines management
- Hospital experience
- Technical Services
- Experience of teaching & supervision of pre-registration pharmacists, technicians and assistants
- Primary care experience
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
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).
