Rotational Pharmacist

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit innovative and forward thinking Band 6 Pharmacist to join our friendly, Pharmacy Team. They must have a "can do and will do" attitude and be able to overcome challenges in the day to day operations of the Pharmacy setting and maintaining the high standards expected by the GPhC, the Trust and its patients.

The Trust has an Electronic Clinical Patient Record/EPMA System where vital signs are recorded direct from BP machines, electronic prescribing and electronic drug charts are in use Trust-wide and patient documentation (clinical notes, care planning) are now electronic for the entire multidisciplinary team. This has transformed our working practices .

The Pharmacy department recently underwent an exciting restructure and significant investment was made which has enabled us to further develop the pharmacy service

We are lookingfor enthusiastic and motivated pharmacists to join our team of Rotational Pharmacists.

You will participate in a structured rotational programme gaining experience and training in:

• Ward and Clinical pharmacy
• Medicines Information
• Parenteral Nutrition
• Dispensary Services

Main duties of the job

Main duties include:

• To contribute to the training of pre-registration pharmacists.
• To participate in the Saturday rota and emergency duty rota, the late duty and public holiday rotas.
• To update clinical and professional knowledge through organised training and private study.
• To undertake 3 monthly controlled drug stock checks on allocated wards.
• To monitor standards of storage of medicines on wards and ensure that they comply with the Trust's Policy for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines.
• Any other relevant duties, as directed by the Section Head or Pharmacist in charge.
• To always follow standard operating procedures and to report to the line manager any occasions where SOPs cannot be followed.
• The post holder will be expected to promote and implement the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy and to carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to Health and Safety and C.O.S.H.H requirements.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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