Specialist Pharmacist – Diabetes PCN
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Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to work as a specialist diabetes pharmacist, in an innovative and forward thinking PCN. Woodsley and Holt Park PCN are committed to developing a multidisciplinary Diabetes Support Team (DiaST) to support with the care of people living with diabetes and those who have been newly diagnosed. We are looking for a pharmacist who has specialist experience in diabetes to join a team of dieticians, health and well-being coaches and a podiatrist, to improve the care of people mainly (but not exclusively) with type 2 diabetes. This exciting new role will give you the opportunity to develop your specialist clinical skills in a patient-facing, primary care environment, working with a wide variety of healthcare professionals. You will be able to access support from senior clinical pharmacists specialising in diabetes across the city of Leeds and the consultant pharmacist for diabetes based at the West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.
The PCN is made up of ten practices covering a diverse population in Leeds. You will provide your own clinics across the geographical area within GP surgeries and hub sites. You will have the benefit of support from General Practice staff, the existing pharmacy team and links into the wider MDT employed by the PCN.
If you are shortlisted for the role interviews will be held on TBC.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a clinical diabetes specialist as part of the multidisciplinary specialist diabetes team.
- To work as an autonomous practitioner, co-ordinating your own caseload to deliver an expert clinical service within diabetes.
- To provide specialist clinical advice to people living with diabetes, their carers, and other clinical staff to provide safe, effective and evidence based diabetes care.
- To ensure that people with diabetes are fully informed and supported when making decisions about treatment.
You will be a registered pharmacist and have experience of working with people with diabetes. You will be committed to providing outstanding patient care. You will have exceptional communication skills. You will be good team player while being capable of independent and autonomous work. As part of this role you will complete the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway and undertake Independent Prescribing training, if not already completed.
Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers applicants is reached.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Woodsley and Holt Park PCN consists of two neighbouring networks. Woodsley PCN consists of Hyde Park Surgery, Burley Park Medical Practice, Craven Road Medical Practice, Vesper Road Surgery, Burton Croft Surgery, Kirkstall Lane Medical Centre, Laurel Bank Surgery and Abbey Grange Medical Practice. Holt Park PCN consists of Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice and High Field Surgery. The PCN works in partnership with Leeds Community Healthcare to employ PCN staff. Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Details
Date posted
10 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
VPFB3A3ACB
Job locations
Craven Road Medical Centre
60 Craven Road
Leeds
LS6 2RX
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Craven Road Medical Centre
60 Craven Road
Leeds
LS6 2RX
Employer's website
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