Job summary
A Clinical Pharmacist position is available within the CHCP Frailty Service, this is a Bank position to support continued service provision.
Within the frailty team the clinical pharmacists work within a specialist multi-disciplinary team; this includes Consultant Geriatricians, frailty doctors, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacy technicians, and therapists. The specialist team provides a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) , identifying a person's medical, functional and social needs to develop a patient centric care plan. The pharmacist provides expert clinical prescribing advice, medicine optimisation and structured medication reviews.
Pharmacists work within a number of settings including the Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre and care homes. Clinical Pharmacists in this post are motivated to enhance patient outcomes, they are keen to develop their knowledge within a varied clinical specialism.
Main duties of the job
Experience of performing structured medication reviews is preferable but not essential. We will provide training as part of an individualised induction programme and you will be embedded within an experienced frailty team. The successful pharmacist will have a focus on patient centered care, and an interest in frailty, they will demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. They will work autonomously and also be a reliable team member.
Applicants are welcome from all pharmacy sectors. The bank position may be an opportunity for you to diversify from your current role and develop your experience within the frailty area.
You will receive professional support from our established Medicines Service team based in Hull. You must have an independent means of transport to travel around the geographic area our services operate across and also to work flexibly to meet the needs of the organisation.
For further details regarding this role please contact: -Emma Baggaley Assistant Director Medicines Management or Gemma McNally, Senior Pharmacist via 01482 344151 or e-mail: chcp.medservice@nhs.net
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities associated to the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities associated to the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters degree Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent pre 2000 qualification) plus one year's pre-registration training
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
- Post-graduate training in clinical or pharmacy practice to diploma level or working towards a diploma level qualification or able to demonstrate equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Member of a professional organisation e.g. RPS
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply clinical knowledge appropriately in a variety of practice settings or patient groups
- Understanding the current national policies and legislation relating to medicines
- Thorough working knowledge and understanding of primary care and medicines management issues
- Good analytical and decision-making skills around medicines information
- Computer skills e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail
Desirable
- Familiarity with SystmOne and other GP computer systems
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience
- Ability to successfully implement change (e.g. working in a multi-disciplinary team)
- Experience of influencing others through the use of evidence based medicine
- Clinical experience of conducting medication reviews
Desirable
- Experience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timescales
- Experience in leadership, line managing staff and conducting appraisals
- Experience of conducting evidence based review of literature and/or journal articles
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters degree Pharmacy (MPharm) or equivalent pre 2000 qualification) plus one year's pre-registration training
- GPhC Registered Pharmacist
- Post-graduate training in clinical or pharmacy practice to diploma level or working towards a diploma level qualification or able to demonstrate equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Member of a professional organisation e.g. RPS
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply clinical knowledge appropriately in a variety of practice settings or patient groups
- Understanding the current national policies and legislation relating to medicines
- Thorough working knowledge and understanding of primary care and medicines management issues
- Good analytical and decision-making skills around medicines information
- Computer skills e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail
Desirable
- Familiarity with SystmOne and other GP computer systems
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience
- Ability to successfully implement change (e.g. working in a multi-disciplinary team)
- Experience of influencing others through the use of evidence based medicine
- Clinical experience of conducting medication reviews
Desirable
- Experience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timescales
- Experience in leadership, line managing staff and conducting appraisals
- Experience of conducting evidence based review of literature and/or journal articles
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).