Job summary
To work as a key member of the antimicrobial stewardship team to ensure antimicrobials are used appropriately across the Trust. This is an opportunity to build and expand on existing clinical knowledge, communication and organisational skills.
To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team alongside microbiology and the infection prevention team to ensure prudent use of antibiotic and to prevent hospital associated infections.
To promote antimicrobial stewardship across the Trust and support other antimicrobial related services to avoid/reduce hospital admissions such as the intravenous therapy team
To support the Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist in the various aspects of antimicrobial stewardship key activities - development of evidence based guidelines, development of safety/antimicrobial stewardship measures within electronic prescribing system, leading on audits, antimicrobials reviews, other quality improvement projects and education
To monitor and advise on the control of Divisional medication expenditure on antimicrobials
To fulfill role as a Non Medical Prescriber within specialist area. (Subject to necessary qualification)
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual with motivation and enthusiasm to deliver the antimicrobial stewardship agenda and in conjunction with the Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist. You will work closely with the Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist to support antimicrobials management across the Trust. You will develop skills within a specialist antimicrobial role whilst building upon proven clinical skills.
The Pharmacy department has a strong commitment to advancing pharmacy practice and has embedded effective medicines management systems into patient care. You will contribute to new initiatives and promote and implement best antimicrobial stewardship practice Trust wide. You will have opportunities to supervise rotational pharmacists and undertake your own journey of personal development to achieve career ambitions.
You will work closely with the Consultant Microbiologists and Control of Infection team to promote clinical and cost-effective prescribing through evidence based guidelines.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of clinical pharmacy service to patients within anidentified specialist area and those Trust wide requiring additional support with antimicrobial prescribing/stewardship. This will involve making highly complex clinical interventions and will be in line with Clinical pharmacy service objectives.
For more information please see the job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of clinical pharmacy service to patients within anidentified specialist area and those Trust wide requiring additional support with antimicrobial prescribing/stewardship. This will involve making highly complex clinical interventions and will be in line with Clinical pharmacy service objectives.
For more information please see the job description.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post registration experience within hospital Pharmacy
- Experience in clinical Pharmacy with knowledge of the therapeutics of common disease state
- Previous experience of teamworking
- Experience in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures
Desirable
- Teaching /training experience
- Leadership
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving skills. Pro-active and innovative.
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of audit methodology
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Influencing skills.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment to professional development
- Willingness to contribute to the general working of the department
Qualifications and attainments
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy
- Registered with the GPhC
- Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.
- Prescribing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post registration experience within hospital Pharmacy
- Experience in clinical Pharmacy with knowledge of the therapeutics of common disease state
- Previous experience of teamworking
- Experience in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures
Desirable
- Teaching /training experience
- Leadership
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving skills. Pro-active and innovative.
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of audit methodology
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Influencing skills.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment to professional development
- Willingness to contribute to the general working of the department
Qualifications and attainments
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy
- Registered with the GPhC
- Postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy
Desirable
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.
- Prescribing qualification
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
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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).
