Job summary
Responsible for leading and delivering a specialist clinical pharmacy service across the Perinatal Mental Health interface in Essex, to support the medicines-related care of patients, address and improve existing pathways in mental health, participate in training, education and research as required, and to support robust medicines optimisation across the interface.To work within clinical competence, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to provide highly specialised advice in medicines optimisation across the interface.
Main duties of the job
Advanced Mental Health Clinical Pharmacist (Perinatal Mental Health Service) Based in Chelmsford,37.5 hours per week
It is an extraordinary time for specialist perinatal mental health services across the UK with growing national and local focus on service development and expanding access for new and expectant mums. The national ambition is to improve outcomes for an increasing number women over the next 5 years through investment in resources and broadening of interventions available. The perinatal period includes from conception up until 1 year following the birth of the baby and is a critical time for prevention and treatment for women at risk of serious mental ill health, providing a unique opportunity for intervention and change, improving outcomes for mums, their families and ultimately society, in the longer term.
The Essex Perinatal Mental Health Service has successfully established a new specialist service in the community over the last 3 years and we are again expanding further to meet the needs of more women across Essex. This is an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Mental Health Clinical Pharmacist to join our dedicated and growing team and our organisation. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) is committed to developing and retaining its Pharmacists. The trust offers professional support and development through professional supervision and appraisals & CPD opportunities.
This post is for maternity cover for 12 months
About us
The Essex Perinatal Mental Health Service operates from five hubs across Essex the hubs are situated around the 5 acute hospitals. The bases are in the areas of Rochford, Laindon, Harlow, Chelmsford and Colchester and provide specialist assessment, intervention for women at risk of moderate to serious mental illness or complex disorders within the county of Essex.
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
Informal queries and visits are welcome
Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and interest in mental health in the perinatal period. Good communication, collaborative partnership working, time management and planning skills are essential. Some previous experience of working with this group would be an advantage.
The post involves working alongside doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals in both primary and secondary care to provide an integrated healthcare service. Successful candidates will demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise and will participate in delivering medicines optimisation initiatives to maximise benefit and minimise risk associated with medicines. Ideally you will be qualified as a non-medical prescriber.
You will work 37.5 hours per week including participation in on-call, weekend, early, late and Bank Holiday rotas, as necessary.
You should have a Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent, and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You should be able to demonstrate evidence of postgraduate training and continuing professional development in clinical pharmacy practice.
Please see attached Job Description for greater detail on main responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and interest in mental health in the perinatal period. Good communication, collaborative partnership working, time management and planning skills are essential. Some previous experience of working with this group would be an advantage.
The post involves working alongside doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals in both primary and secondary care to provide an integrated healthcare service. Successful candidates will demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise and will participate in delivering medicines optimisation initiatives to maximise benefit and minimise risk associated with medicines. Ideally you will be qualified as a non-medical prescriber.
You will work 37.5 hours per week including participation in on-call, weekend, early, late and Bank Holiday rotas, as necessary.
You should have a Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent, and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You should be able to demonstrate evidence of postgraduate training and continuing professional development in clinical pharmacy practice.
Please see attached Job Description for greater detail on main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent acceptable for registration by the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Current and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a practicing member
- Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in relevant area of pharmacy practice or equivalent experience of at least three years post registration
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and willing to work towards Foundation or Faculty membership
Desirable
- Qualification as an independent Non-Medical Prescriber
- Certificate in Management studies or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience, involving a number of different specialities with acute and mental health services.
- Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of clinical audit
- Experience of managing quality and cost effectiveness initiatives
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills including effective written and verbal communication skills
- Broad technical, clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to the promotion of high quality, effective and cost efficient use of medicines
Desirable
- Evidence of writing procedures, guidelines and protocols
- Tutoring and training skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Car driver with access to a car to travel in and around Essex
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent acceptable for registration by the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Current and continued registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a practicing member
- Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in relevant area of pharmacy practice or equivalent experience of at least three years post registration
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and willing to work towards Foundation or Faculty membership
Desirable
- Qualification as an independent Non-Medical Prescriber
- Certificate in Management studies or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post-registration clinical pharmacy experience, involving a number of different specialities with acute and mental health services.
- Experience of working as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of clinical audit
- Experience of managing quality and cost effectiveness initiatives
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills including effective written and verbal communication skills
- Broad technical, clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge relating to the promotion of high quality, effective and cost efficient use of medicines
Desirable
- Evidence of writing procedures, guidelines and protocols
- Tutoring and training skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Car driver with access to a car to travel in and around Essex
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).
