NHS - Clinical Pharmacist
Job overview
Do you want to take on the challenge of more responsibility but are not yet ready to specialise? Then come and join us!
We are looking for enthusiastic pharmacists who want to work as part of a strong team to improve medicines optimisation for our patients.
You will be able to build on your previous knowledge and experience taking on more responsibility while rotating through critical care, medical admissions, different medical specialities, general surgery and adult TPN ward rounds
You will be predominantly ward based in the clinical rotations but will also be trained and gain experience in specialist areas including paediatrics / NNU, Homecare and Biologics screening, Haematology, Antimicrobials and the OPAT service. This post provides a great opportunity to gain experience in various rotations and further develop their skills to progress your career.
Main duties of the job
You will provide clinical services to our Acute Admissions Unit at weekends which will be worked as part of your contracted hours on a rotational basis.
Experience with Electronic Prescribing is desirable as the Trust uses the Cerner E-Prescribing system on the wards.
The opportunity to develop education and training skills exists as you will participate in the clinical training and supervision of trainee pharmacists and support less experienced pharmacists.
You are required to be fully registered with the GPhC and have a minimum of 2 years post-registration NHS hospital experience working as a clinical pharmacist on wards. Knowledge of JAC would be an advantage.
Working for our organisation
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To provide a Clinical Pharmacy service to designated wards under the supervision of a Senior or Principal Pharmacist, assessing the suitability of prescribed medicines. To participate in the delivery of ward and dispensary based pharmaceutical services and maintain clinical and technical skills.
For full details and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Masters Degree in Pharmacy
- Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
- Post Graduate Clinical Diploma
Experience and Skills
Essential criteria- UK NHS hospital pre-registration
- A significant amount post-registration NHS hospital experience
- Currently working as a clinical pharmacist on wards
- Demonstrable experience in general clinical practice including medicine and surgery
- Working in a clinical speciality
- EPrescribing