Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for a fixed term, secondment as the Highly Specialist Pharmacist for Technical Services and Haematology at NBT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and forward-thinking individual to join our team. The department provides a friendly, stimulating and rewarding environment for staff to develop their clinical and technical expertise. Pharmacists are valued members of the multidisciplinary team, playing a key role in delivering a high-quality service for our patients. This is a 12-month fixed term post.
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Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of clinical pharmacy services to the haematology directorate including outpatients, inpatients, and the chemotherapy day unit. The post holder will work closely with the haematology multidisciplinary team contributing towards teaching, guideline development, and clinical audits. There is also an opportunity for the post holder to undertake non-medical prescribing clinics.
The post holder will support the Principal Pharmacist in the leadership of the Technical Services team to ensure safe and efficient service delivery. This provides the opportunity to work with the senior team, contributing to service developments and implementing improved ways of working. The post holder will also support regional/national workstreams including 'Assurance of Aseptic Preparation of Medicines' Audit and Aseptic Services Transformation.
The successful candidate will have previous experience working within Technical Services and haematology or oncology. You must have completed the clinical diploma and be committed to continuing professional development. Being a qualified non-medical prescriber would be an advantage but is not essential.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state of the art shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, national and internal holidays, and it has a rich history. If you prefer country, village or smaller town living, NBT is also easily commutable from a range of attractive locations in North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (e.g. Portishead, Chepstow)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Summary of responsibilities:
- To be a pharmacy clinical specialist in haematology. To provide support to the pharmacy Technical Services unit and assist with leadership of the team, including deputising for the Accountable Pharmacist.
- To support the clinical pharmacy team and multi-disciplinary team in the management and development of specialist clinical services related to haematology in accordance with local and national directives, guidelines and medicines legislation.
- To work closely with clinical specialists and pharmacy staff for the provision of an efficient, co-ordinated and robust pharmaceutical service for haematology. To meet expectation and demands, reduce risks and improve patient safety.
- To assist with the build and maintenance of the electronic chemotherapy prescribing system (ChemoCare).
- To act as an Authorised Pharmacist, as delegated by the Accountable Pharmacist in accordance with Section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968.
- To deputise for the Accountable Pharmacist to ensure robust cover arrangements are in place and consistent service provision is maintained.
- To provide support to ensure that the Technical Services facilities is compliant with all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and all other relevant quality standards.
- To participate in the provision of training, mentoring, supervision, and management of staff within Technical Services and the associated clinical specialities, in accordance with established policies, procedures and all individual requirements.
- To be part of the clinical pharmacy service, to inpatient wards and dispensary. To participate in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Summary of responsibilities:
- To be a pharmacy clinical specialist in haematology. To provide support to the pharmacy Technical Services unit and assist with leadership of the team, including deputising for the Accountable Pharmacist.
- To support the clinical pharmacy team and multi-disciplinary team in the management and development of specialist clinical services related to haematology in accordance with local and national directives, guidelines and medicines legislation.
- To work closely with clinical specialists and pharmacy staff for the provision of an efficient, co-ordinated and robust pharmaceutical service for haematology. To meet expectation and demands, reduce risks and improve patient safety.
- To assist with the build and maintenance of the electronic chemotherapy prescribing system (ChemoCare).
- To act as an Authorised Pharmacist, as delegated by the Accountable Pharmacist in accordance with Section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968.
- To deputise for the Accountable Pharmacist to ensure robust cover arrangements are in place and consistent service provision is maintained.
- To provide support to ensure that the Technical Services facilities is compliant with all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and all other relevant quality standards.
- To participate in the provision of training, mentoring, supervision, and management of staff within Technical Services and the associated clinical specialities, in accordance with established policies, procedures and all individual requirements.
- To be part of the clinical pharmacy service, to inpatient wards and dispensary. To participate in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- UK registered Pharmacist
- Clinical diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification
- Evidence of CPD and revalidation
Desirable
- Qualified Independent Prescriber
Work Experience
Essential
- UK hospital pharmacy experience
- Relevant clinical pharmacy experience (e.g. haematology or oncology)
- Experience of working within Technical Services
- Experience of audit and quality systems to improve service delivery
- Experience of teaching or supporting learning (e.g. mentoring, marking etc)
Desirable
- Experience of management or leadership
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to manage time and prioritise effectively
- Clinical knowledge in specialist area related to the post (e.g. haematology or oncology)
- Basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Relevant IT skills to ECDL level or equivalent
- Working knowledge of GMP & other relevant standards
- Proactive approach to application of specialist pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to publish
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Teaching/tutorial and clinical supervisory skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Adaptable and flexible approach to work
- Excellent problem solving skills
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- UK registered Pharmacist
- Clinical diploma or other recognised postgraduate qualification
- Evidence of CPD and revalidation
Desirable
- Qualified Independent Prescriber
Work Experience
Essential
- UK hospital pharmacy experience
- Relevant clinical pharmacy experience (e.g. haematology or oncology)
- Experience of working within Technical Services
- Experience of audit and quality systems to improve service delivery
- Experience of teaching or supporting learning (e.g. mentoring, marking etc)
Desirable
- Experience of management or leadership
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to manage time and prioritise effectively
- Clinical knowledge in specialist area related to the post (e.g. haematology or oncology)
- Basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Relevant IT skills to ECDL level or equivalent
- Working knowledge of GMP & other relevant standards
- Proactive approach to application of specialist pharmaceutical knowledge to enhance patient care
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to publish
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Teaching/tutorial and clinical supervisory skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Adaptable and flexible approach to work
- Excellent problem solving 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.
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).
