Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist, to join our team at our Peterborough City Hospital site.
You will need to be registered or in the process of registering with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team in the hospital where you will be involved in the delivery of a variety of clinical and core services provided by the pharmacy department.
This post attracts the Trust welcome bonus of £1000 payable in one instalment on commencement. Should you leave prior to 6 months you will be required to repay the full instalment and should you leave within 12 and 18 months of employment you will be required to repay £500. A copy of our 'Refer a Friend' and 'Welcome Payment' is enclosed, which gives full details.
Main duties of the job
The pharmacy department at North West Anglia Foundation Trust are keen to create an environment in which we are able to nurture and grow our own talent.
With this objective in mind we have developed a progression programme which supports the progression of our Rotational band 6 pharmacists into band 7 posts.
This is implemented through a structured competency programme which band 6 pharmacists can enrol on enabling their progression to Rotational band 7 without the need for additional recruitment process, if the requirements of the programme are met over a minimum of an 18 month period.
About us
We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.
Benefits to you
- 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Career development and training;
- Wellbeing support and activities;
- In-house physiotherapy Service;
- On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include a ward pharmacist role to an assigned ward, dispensary work, medicines information, aseptic services and provision of pharmaceutical services to external community sites, therefore the ability to drive within the locality is essential.
You will be expected to participate in the inhouse training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice is also available to a successful full-time candidate.
You willparticipate in the on call pharmacist rota.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include a ward pharmacist role to an assigned ward, dispensary work, medicines information, aseptic services and provision of pharmaceutical services to external community sites, therefore the ability to drive within the locality is essential.
You will be expected to participate in the inhouse training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice is also available to a successful full-time candidate.
You willparticipate in the on call pharmacist rota.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy degree from recognised university
- Registration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employment
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Demonstrable evidence of competence in pre/post-registration hospital pharmacy practice
- Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation
- Experience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings
- Demonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental)
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects
Skills
Essential
- Clarity in English
- Good customer care skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Communicates well with good listening skills
- Good written skills
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively with good time management
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Clinical Pharmacy Skills
Disposition
Essential
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
- Reliable and adaptable
- Caring and Compassionate
- Open/Reflective/Warm/Respectful
- Enthusiastic to improve and develop
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Pharmacy degree from recognised university
- Registration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employment
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Demonstrable evidence of competence in pre/post-registration hospital pharmacy practice
- Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation
- Experience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings
- Demonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental)
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Desirable
- Knowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects
Skills
Essential
- Clarity in English
- Good customer care skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Communicates well with good listening skills
- Good written skills
- Ability to prioritise workload effectively with good time management
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Clinical Pharmacy Skills
Disposition
Essential
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
- Reliable and adaptable
- Caring and Compassionate
- Open/Reflective/Warm/Respectful
- Enthusiastic to improve and develop
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).
