Job summary
East Cheshire NHS Trust and Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are jointly creating a new electronic patient record (EPR), which is known locally as the Digital Clinical System (DCS). The DCS will replace current paper-based records with one comprehensive source of digital information that is available at multiple locations.
By giving our staff access to the right information, in the right place, at the right time, we will play a crucial role in supporting efficient and effective care, maintaining safety, improving patients' experiences, and meeting increasing demands.
The DCS is one of the largest projects ever undertaken by either of our organisations and it forms an integral part of a clinical transformation programme that will be enabled by digital technology.
The Lead DCS Pharmacist will support delivery of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) element of the DCS programme in conjunction with the DCS project team and the pharmacy leadership teams in both organisations. They will be key to the successful development and launch of the system and following implementation, the role will continue to develop, implement, evaluate, monitor and support continuous improvements to the EPMA system. They will also have a leadership role in the Pharmacy Department, deputising for the Deputy Chief Pharmacist.
37.5 Hours per week
Main duties of the job
You will need to be inspirational and determined in your approach and be able influence healthcare professionals across the spectrum. We can offer you the opportunity to succeed in providing the highest standards of care for patients, developing your own professional career whilst also expanding your potential development towards a leadership role.
Directly accountable to the Deputy Chief Pharmacist, you will help shape the way the EPMA project delivers key benefits to the organisation in terms of safety, cost and effectiveness.
You will have a good background in clinical pharmacy and will use your skills already acquired to deliver high quality care to our patients.
You will possess relevant professional qualifications. Previous experience of electronic prescribing and medicines administration systems is essential. Previous experience in risk management and governance of medicines optimisation would be advantageous though not essential.
This post will focus on the delivery of EPMA, collaborating with senior pharmacy colleagues, the IT department and business intelligence and of course counterparts at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to ensure we achieve the highest standards.
You will also retain clinical pharmacy skills through participation of clinical ward, dispensary, late night and on-call duties.
About us
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://www.eastcheshirehrdirect.nhs.uk. There is a current Government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about this role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about this role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/ KNOWLEDGE/ PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Masters qualification in Pharmacy plus successful completion of pre-registration training
- Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent documented clinical experience
- Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Experience with digital pharmacy systems
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification (V300 or equivalent)
- Relevant IT qualification
- Project management qualification or equivalent experience
- Change management qualification or equivalent experience
- Experience of developing and maintaining electronic prescribing systems
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Computer skills relevant to electronic prescribing system development
- Able to work with and influence other grades of staff and professions as part of a team
- Ability to use own initiative to problem solve and think laterally
- Ability to manage time, people and resources to deliver outcomes
- Teaching and training
- Evidence of continuing professional development and revalidation
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmacy reporting and pharmaceutical data analysis
- Developing training packages
- Staff management
- Reviewing and writing documents, for example, reports, policies, audits and guides
- Risk management
BEHAVIOURS
Essential
- Must be willing to take personal responsibility
- Must value and appreciate the worth of others
- Must have the courage to speak up.
SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENT
Essential
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas.
- Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description.
- Ability to travel.
- Advanced keyboard use.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/ KNOWLEDGE/ PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Masters qualification in Pharmacy plus successful completion of pre-registration training
- Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent documented clinical experience
- Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Experience with digital pharmacy systems
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification (V300 or equivalent)
- Relevant IT qualification
- Project management qualification or equivalent experience
- Change management qualification or equivalent experience
- Experience of developing and maintaining electronic prescribing systems
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Computer skills relevant to electronic prescribing system development
- Able to work with and influence other grades of staff and professions as part of a team
- Ability to use own initiative to problem solve and think laterally
- Ability to manage time, people and resources to deliver outcomes
- Teaching and training
- Evidence of continuing professional development and revalidation
Desirable
- Knowledge of pharmacy reporting and pharmaceutical data analysis
- Developing training packages
- Staff management
- Reviewing and writing documents, for example, reports, policies, audits and guides
- Risk management
BEHAVIOURS
Essential
- Must be willing to take personal responsibility
- Must value and appreciate the worth of others
- Must have the courage to speak up.
SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENT
Essential
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas.
- Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description.
- Ability to travel.
- Advanced keyboard use.
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).
