Job summary
A new pharmacy supply and dispensing provision is being
created to service wards and community services at RDaSH. This has created the opportunity to build
a new team to make it happen. This is a unique opportunity to be part of
something from the ground up: shaping a modern, efficient, and patient-focused
pharmacy service that directly supports the care delivered across our hospitals
and community teams.
Were creating a dedicated dispensary hub at our Tickhill
Road site in Doncaster to improve access to medicines, enhance patient
experience, and strengthen resilience across our supply chain. Youll be
joining a forward-thinking team that values innovation, professional growth,
and collaboration which will enable you to play a key role in improving how
patients receive their medication.
Looking ahead, the Trust intends to establish a wholly owned
subsidiary by 2027 to take this service to the next level. Initially you will
be employed by Flourish Enterprises and will be transferred to the new
subsidiary on the same terms & conditions, once the business has been
registered. Over time the business may expand into new markets such as
community pharmacy and care home services, creating even more opportunities for
career development and innovation.
If you're passionate about making a difference, helping
to design and deliver a pharmacy service that puts patients and professionals
first and want to be part of an ambitious journey from day one wed love to
hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As Superintendent Pharmacist and Managing Director you will
lead the design launch and ongoing delivery of a high quality pharmacy supply
and dispensing service supporting inpatient wards and community services across
RDaSH. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for patient
safety and regulatory compliance. You will also be responsible for service excellence while shaping a
commercially sustainable operation that enhances access to medicines and
improves patient experience.
You will provide clear professional and clinical leadership
to a newly formed pharmacy team by setting standards and building capability as well as establishing safe and efficient ways of working from day one. Alongside your
clinical accountability as Superintendent Pharmacist you will oversee -
-operational performance
-workforce planning
-financial management and
governance ensuring services meet national standards and deliver tangible
benefits for patients and clinicians.
Looking to the future you will play a pivotal role in
developing the Trusts wholly owned pharmacy subsidiary. You will influence strategy and identify opportunities for growth and helping position the service for
expansion into new markets. Success in this role means delivering a trusted and resilient pharmacy operation that combines clinical excellence with innovation and strong leadership with a clear focus on patient centred care.
About us
Flourish
Enterprises is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company. Based in Woodfield
Park, Doncaster we operate out of St Catherines House which is a historic grade II
listed building. St Catherines House hosts:
- an events and conference centre
- Cafe Flourish
- private businesses
- The Walled Garden which is a garden centre and
visitor destination
Alongside
and in conjunction with these business units Flourish Enterprises provide the
Vocational Pathway Programme. This programme supports individuals back into the
workplace through volunteering or education by providing key skills and
experiences. Flourish Enterprises also operates Woodfield24 which is a domiciliary care
service delivering end of life care throughout the Doncaster borough.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of healthcare policy issues, particularly with respect to community pharmacy services.
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of healthcare policy issues, particularly with respect to community pharmacy services.
- Understanding of Primary and Secondary Care prescribing issues.
- Extensive knowledge of the legislation and guidance relating to management of medicines, particularly of Controlled Drugs.
- Ability to apply expert pharmaceutical skills and knowledge for the benefit of patients.
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships and gain the cooperation of senior managers and clinical staff.
- Management skills, IT systems, HR policy, financial good practice, commercial acumen, delivering training.
- Leadership & Team skills supervision/delegation.
- Communication and interpersonal skills. Effective work with other disciplines.
- Able to deal with difficult conflicts between patients and/or healthcare colleagues.
- Able to balance conflicting priorities.
- Able to analyse situations, demonstrate clear thinking make and defend decisions/judgements.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Proven ability to communicate effectively across professional boundaries.
- Proven ability to influence others over whom no direct management control exists.
- Initiative and ability to prioritise effectively, good time management.
- Keyboard skills, ability to use basic Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven project management.
- Demonstrable leadership, vision, enthusiasm, and innovation and ability to manage budgets
Desirable
- Understanding of Primary and Secondary Care prescribing issues.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a qualified pharmacist.
- Experience of developing a business or organisation and the staff team.
- Experience of NHS drug procurement and commissioning
Desirable
- High degree of self-motivation
- organise and prioritise own work and develop ideas into practice.
- Pragmatic, methodical, systematic and resilient.
- Management of diverse teams. Preparation of reports and presentations to peers
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Masters Degree (or equivalent).
- Registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Significant experience in community pharmacy management and/ or hospital pharmacy dispensary services.
Desirable
- Post graduate management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or substantial experience of high-level practice in a clinical role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of healthcare policy issues, particularly with respect to community pharmacy services.
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of healthcare policy issues, particularly with respect to community pharmacy services.
- Understanding of Primary and Secondary Care prescribing issues.
- Extensive knowledge of the legislation and guidance relating to management of medicines, particularly of Controlled Drugs.
- Ability to apply expert pharmaceutical skills and knowledge for the benefit of patients.
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships and gain the cooperation of senior managers and clinical staff.
- Management skills, IT systems, HR policy, financial good practice, commercial acumen, delivering training.
- Leadership & Team skills supervision/delegation.
- Communication and interpersonal skills. Effective work with other disciplines.
- Able to deal with difficult conflicts between patients and/or healthcare colleagues.
- Able to balance conflicting priorities.
- Able to analyse situations, demonstrate clear thinking make and defend decisions/judgements.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Proven ability to communicate effectively across professional boundaries.
- Proven ability to influence others over whom no direct management control exists.
- Initiative and ability to prioritise effectively, good time management.
- Keyboard skills, ability to use basic Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven project management.
- Demonstrable leadership, vision, enthusiasm, and innovation and ability to manage budgets
Desirable
- Understanding of Primary and Secondary Care prescribing issues.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a qualified pharmacist.
- Experience of developing a business or organisation and the staff team.
- Experience of NHS drug procurement and commissioning
Desirable
- High degree of self-motivation
- organise and prioritise own work and develop ideas into practice.
- Pragmatic, methodical, systematic and resilient.
- Management of diverse teams. Preparation of reports and presentations to peers
Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy Masters Degree (or equivalent).
- Registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Significant experience in community pharmacy management and/ or hospital pharmacy dispensary services.
Desirable
- Post graduate management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or substantial experience of high-level practice in a clinical role.
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).
