Job summary
Westbourne Medical Practice is one of the best Medicines Optimisation focussed practices in Dorset, led by the highly experienced Lead Clinical Pharmacist Steve Williams.
The Senior Pharmacist will lead on conducting Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) for patients that are aligned to the National Medicine Optimisation opportunities for the NHS through Dorset Integrated Care Board (ICB). The reviews are set to help reduce medicine related harm and cost .You will have opportunities to share learning and develop links with other specialist pharmacists and the wider Primary care teams across Dorset. You will also regularly participate in multidisciplinary meetings and network with other advanced clinical members of the team.The post holder will ideally have a prescribing qualification.We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic individual that has the drive to push the service forward, works well in a team and autonomously and supports the training and development of others. The post holder should be familiar with System leadership and ideally have completed the CPPE PCPEP programme.We encourage candidates to apply from all Pharmacy healthcare backgrounds.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Pharmacist will undertake clinical medication reviews and patient facing clinics, working in partnership with the patient's GP practice, nurses, care homes, community pharmacists, secondary care and the local authority.
Utilising their prescribing qualification, the role will support the medication needs of the patients as well as educate other healthcare professionals on prescribing and the effective use of medicines.
The successful applicant will need to be self-motivated and able to work on their own, whilst also integrating into a well-established team. You will have excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills together with a good working knowledge of primary care and the challenges facing medicines management in the new era.
Main duties include:
- Medicines optimisation working closely with practice management to deliver key prescribing objectives in structured medication review
- Care home clinical services
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Personalised pharmaceutical care, transfer of care
- Integrated care with community services
- Prescribing safety and governance.
- Leadership to the growing pharmacy workforce
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills, training
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
- Independent prescriber or working towards/intent of gaining an independent prescribing qualification
- In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence based healthcare
Desirable
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of NHS primary and secondary care working including managing prescribing across the interface
Job Specific experience
Essential
- An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of education and training in practice
Desirable
- Experience of working in general practice setting
- Experience of co-ordinating complex activities / programmes of care with other professionals and agencies.
Managerial/supervisory experience
Essential
- Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision
- Ability to identify and manage risks
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
Information Technology
Essential
- Confident in the use of computer systems, spreadsheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing
- Understanding of information governance, data protection and patient confidentiality in relation to information systems
- Basic information technology skills
Desirable
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills, training
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
- Independent prescriber or working towards/intent of gaining an independent prescribing qualification
- In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence based healthcare
Desirable
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of NHS primary and secondary care working including managing prescribing across the interface
Job Specific experience
Essential
- An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of education and training in practice
Desirable
- Experience of working in general practice setting
- Experience of co-ordinating complex activities / programmes of care with other professionals and agencies.
Managerial/supervisory experience
Essential
- Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision
- Ability to identify and manage risks
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
Information Technology
Essential
- Confident in the use of computer systems, spreadsheets, databases, data collection and coordination, word processing and report writing
- Understanding of information governance, data protection and patient confidentiality in relation to information systems
- Basic information technology skills
Desirable
- Able to obtain and analyse complex technical 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).
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).
