Job summary
Dorset Integrated Care System is at the forefront of innovative pharmacy roles. There is a vision to develop a multi-skilled efficient workforce with broad foundation experience across all settings, supported to develop through to advanced practice with opportunities for career pathways that are novel and challenging.
With the Initial Education and Training of Pharmacists reforms and pharmacists being able to prescribe from the point of registration , we have recognised the need to recruit a lead to drive pharmacy clinical transformation and ensure that our interventions result in positive outcomes for patients.
The Senior Pharmacist Clinical Transformation Lead is a part-time role of 22.5 hours a week as either a standalone role or as part of a portfolio.
The successful candidate should be a registered independent prescriber.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
Support and develop advanced pharmacy practice across the whole of the pharmacy service; leading on the delivery, mentorship and development of Pharmacists as independent prescribers and in obtaining recognition as 'autonomous clinical practitioners.'
Work across the department with pharmacists in primary care roles, domiciliary care roles and inpatient clinical roles.
Work across professional boundaries to promote' high standards of prescribing and medicines optimisation'' across all non-medical and medical prescribing professions.
Drive innovation linked to quality improvement. Ensure clinical excellence in the context of productivity and efficiency.
Champion reducing problematic polypharmacy and deprescribing.
Network and work in partnership with key stakeholders in Dorset and nationally in workforce planning and education & training to ensure a 'fit for purpose' pharmacy work force which can deliver against the current demand for a 'highly skilled Pharmacist and pharmacy work force' and that meets the needs of future trends in healthcare.
Lead on Antimicrobial Stewardship for the Trust.
Support the education and training needs of the pharmacy workforce as they also enhance their practice.
Work as an advanced pharmacist as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role, providing clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement.
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 offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.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 offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- Vocational masters degree in Pharmacy (4 years or equivalent) plus one year pre-registration training
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent experience
- Clinical and critical appraisal skills
- Good knowledge of therapeutics and evidence based prescribing
- Registered Independent Prescriber
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS primary and secondary care working including working across the interface
- Experience of writing policies, protocols and procedures
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Understanding of the National Medication Safety Agenda
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and their influence on current practice
Job specific experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a secondary care setting, (significant demonstrable post qualification hospital pharmacy practice)
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Teaching experience
Desirable
- Experience in clinical audit
- Experience of carrying out incident root cause analysis
Managerial / Supervisory experience
Essential
- Ability to identify and manage risks
Desirable
- Proven experience of managing staff and workload
- Experience of project management
- Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
- Experience of carrying out Personal Development Reviews
Finance and Resources
Desirable
- Experience in presenting and analysing data financial or otherwise
Information Technology
Essential
- Basic information technology skills
- Understanding of information governance, data protection and patient confidentiality in relation to information systems
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Business Travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
- Ability to travel to Trust sites across Dorset and Devon
Additional requirements
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills (demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively)
- Good presentation skills
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- Vocational masters degree in Pharmacy (4 years or equivalent) plus one year pre-registration training
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Postgraduate clinical pharmacy diploma or equivalent experience
- Clinical and critical appraisal skills
- Good knowledge of therapeutics and evidence based prescribing
- Registered Independent Prescriber
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS primary and secondary care working including working across the interface
- Experience of writing policies, protocols and procedures
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Understanding of the National Medication Safety Agenda
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and their influence on current practice
Job specific experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a secondary care setting, (significant demonstrable post qualification hospital pharmacy practice)
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Teaching experience
Desirable
- Experience in clinical audit
- Experience of carrying out incident root cause analysis
Managerial / Supervisory experience
Essential
- Ability to identify and manage risks
Desirable
- Proven experience of managing staff and workload
- Experience of project management
- Experience of carrying out clinical supervision
- Experience of carrying out Personal Development Reviews
Finance and Resources
Desirable
- Experience in presenting and analysing data financial or otherwise
Information Technology
Essential
- Basic information technology skills
- Understanding of information governance, data protection and patient confidentiality in relation to information systems
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Business Travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
- Ability to travel to Trust sites across Dorset and Devon
Additional requirements
Essential
- Good oral and written communication skills (demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively)
- Good presentation skills
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).
