Job summary
An exciting
new post has arisen as part of an exciting initiative. We are looking to recruit a Clinical
pharmacist who will work within the West Herts Enhanced Primary Care Monitoring service to
provide support and intervention to children and young people with ADHD between the ages of 6 and 18. Training and support will be provided.
The post
holder will be responsible for completing ADHD medication reviews utilising
specialist skills and using clinical interview techniques to ascertain a childs
response to medication and manage potential side effects. They will be expected to be confident in
ascertaining potential symptoms of co-morbidity such as ASD, mental health
needs or physical health concerns and document information accurately and refer
to appropriate local services.
You will be
considering medication change that may be required to the child/young persons
medication care plan and discuss these with supervising GP and relaying these
care plans to the patients records and GP.
There will be GP supervision provided.
Main duties of the job
This is a clinic based role, you will carry out holistic assessments of patients referred as
appropriate by HPFT CAMHS into this primary care monitoring service.
Apply
knowledge of behavioural management strategies and evaluate responses to these
and medication.
Ability to communicate orally, electronically and in writing with
children, young people, and families.
You will need the ability to report, analyse and discuss information
gained in your holistic assessment of the child or young person in the clinic
with your GP supervisor, psychiatrist or refer to appropriate services.
Correspond with GP supervisors in the team, multi professional agencies,
schools, families, children serviced and voluntary/ statutory services. Attend bi-weekly MDT meetings with senior team
to discuss and review caseload regularly.
Knowledge of referral pathway for complex cases.
About us
HertsOne Ltd is a GP Federation, we provide services across Primary Care within South and West Hertfordshire.
We are a small dynamic flexible team who share a passion to improve and deliver joined up healthcare at primary care level to all our patients across South & West Herts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage and
co-ordinate clinical pharmacist led ADHD clinics across South West Herts, providing updates to the supervising GP in relation to the management of any pharmaceutical
interventions and to adjust drug treatment appropriately with the support of
senior team and working within agreed protocols and guidelines with the
recommendation of continued prescribing shared to the child/ young persons GP
within recommended guidelines of the NMC medicine management code of conduct
and NICE guidance.
Provide an
integrated service working closely with wider team and liaising with colleagues
in HPFT CAMHS and other services as required.
As an
autonomous practitioner, be responsible for monitoring patients with an ADHD
diagnosis on medication through clinical pharmacist led clinics, communicating
change to other members of the team, and giving guidance on pharmaceutical
treatment of Children and Young People up to the age of 18. The post-holder
will be able to take a holistic approach to care, considering a variety of
aspects which may impact on the childs function and behaviour and ensuring to
hear the child's voice within their review process.
Act as a
specialist resource within the service in respect of this client group working
autonomously to support families and other health care professionals. To attend
various multi-agency meetings, write reports and plan care, acting as the
patient advocate when appropriate and to work in accordance with safeguarding childrens
policies. Raise and discuss complex
cases with supervising GP and ensure appropriate onward referral made.
Promote
patient and public involvement activities in the specialist area, by involving
patients, parents/relatives in the planning and delivery of care and
development of services leading to service improvement.
Contribute
to the development of leaflets and information regarding medication and ADHD
for children, families, and professionals.
Ensure the
effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.
Collect,
collate, evaluate, and report information and maintaining accurate patient records.
Ensure the
service is monitored on a regular basis and data is available as a record to
provide statistical information to Clinical Leads and others and to provide
data to relevant local and national bodies to audit service as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage and
co-ordinate clinical pharmacist led ADHD clinics across South West Herts, providing updates to the supervising GP in relation to the management of any pharmaceutical
interventions and to adjust drug treatment appropriately with the support of
senior team and working within agreed protocols and guidelines with the
recommendation of continued prescribing shared to the child/ young persons GP
within recommended guidelines of the NMC medicine management code of conduct
and NICE guidance.
Provide an
integrated service working closely with wider team and liaising with colleagues
in HPFT CAMHS and other services as required.
As an
autonomous practitioner, be responsible for monitoring patients with an ADHD
diagnosis on medication through clinical pharmacist led clinics, communicating
change to other members of the team, and giving guidance on pharmaceutical
treatment of Children and Young People up to the age of 18. The post-holder
will be able to take a holistic approach to care, considering a variety of
aspects which may impact on the childs function and behaviour and ensuring to
hear the child's voice within their review process.
Act as a
specialist resource within the service in respect of this client group working
autonomously to support families and other health care professionals. To attend
various multi-agency meetings, write reports and plan care, acting as the
patient advocate when appropriate and to work in accordance with safeguarding childrens
policies. Raise and discuss complex
cases with supervising GP and ensure appropriate onward referral made.
Promote
patient and public involvement activities in the specialist area, by involving
patients, parents/relatives in the planning and delivery of care and
development of services leading to service improvement.
Contribute
to the development of leaflets and information regarding medication and ADHD
for children, families, and professionals.
Ensure the
effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.
Collect,
collate, evaluate, and report information and maintaining accurate patient records.
Ensure the
service is monitored on a regular basis and data is available as a record to
provide statistical information to Clinical Leads and others and to provide
data to relevant local and national bodies to audit service as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) (or equivalent)
- Independent Prescriber
Skills Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of CYP legislation and relevant mental health legislation.
- Understanding of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice.
- The ability to assess, formulate and manage care appropriately, ensuring discharge is timely.
- To be able to function as a part of a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other agencies i.e., education, GP's, maintaining positive working relationships.
- Ability to maintain effective clinical records both written and electronic.
- Ability to manage and organise own time and diary.
Desirable
- An awareness of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
- Having a sound understanding of theoretical frameworks that underpin the understanding of behaviour
- Knowledge of children's mental health and Child Development
Person and People Development
Essential
- Professional appearance
- Good observational, listening, and analytical skills.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to innovate and influence service delivery.
- Computer literate
Other
Essential
- Car owner / driver
- Ability to be flexible
Experience
Essential
- Safeguarding Children and Adult Level 3
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance and a willingness to follow HertsOne Policy and Procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) (or equivalent)
- Independent Prescriber
Skills Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of CYP legislation and relevant mental health legislation.
- Understanding of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice.
- The ability to assess, formulate and manage care appropriately, ensuring discharge is timely.
- To be able to function as a part of a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other agencies i.e., education, GP's, maintaining positive working relationships.
- Ability to maintain effective clinical records both written and electronic.
- Ability to manage and organise own time and diary.
Desirable
- An awareness of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
- Having a sound understanding of theoretical frameworks that underpin the understanding of behaviour
- Knowledge of children's mental health and Child Development
Person and People Development
Essential
- Professional appearance
- Good observational, listening, and analytical skills.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to innovate and influence service delivery.
- Computer literate
Other
Essential
- Car owner / driver
- Ability to be flexible
Experience
Essential
- Safeguarding Children and Adult Level 3
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance and a willingness to follow HertsOne Policy and Procedures
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).
