Specialist Pharmacist Haematology - Band 7 - Bristol - ref. k50040715
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for the role of Specialist Pharmacist for Haematology at NBT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and forward-thinking individual to join our team. The department provides a friendly, stimulating and rewarding environment for staff to develop their clinical and technical expertise.Pharmacists are valued members of the multidisciplinary team, playing a key role in delivering a high-quality service for our patients.
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Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of clinical pharmacy services to the haematology directorate. This will involve working closely with the haematology team providing specialist advice and ensuring safe and timely supply of medications to inpatients, outpatients, and the chemotherapy day unit.The specialist haematology pharmacists are key members of the multidisciplinary team, attending weekly MDT meetings as well as contributing towards teaching, guideline development and clinical audit.
The post is based within our Pharmacy Technical Services team, providing support to the aseptic unit and acting as an ‘Authorised Pharmacist’ to ensure safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will be an integral member of the Technical Services team, supporting with the implementation of the action plan from the Assurance of Aseptic Preparation of Medicines audit to continuously develop the service and maintain the unit’s low risk rating.Innovation and transformation are at the forefront of our service, offering an exciting opportunity to the successful candidate to be involved in innovative work streams and project work.
The successful candidate will have previous experience working within Technical Services. You must have completed (or be undertaking) the clinical diploma and be committed to continuing professional development. Previous experience working within haematology or oncology would be an advantage but is not essential.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities.Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals.We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
If you are from outside the area, Bristol is consistently voted as one of the best places to live in the UK, with a rich history, thriving arts, music, gastronomic and independent retails scenes, excellent transport links and easy access to the spectacular countryside and coastlines of South Wales, Devon, and Cornwall.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Summary of responsibilities:
- To be a pharmacy clinical specialist in haematology. To provide support to the haematology service and pharmacy Technical Services.
- To support the clinical pharmacy team in the management and development of specialist clinical services related to haematology in accordance with local and national directives, guidelines and medicines legislation.
- To work closely with clinical specialists and pharmacy staff for the provision of an efficient, co-ordinated and robust pharmaceutical service for clinical haematology. To meet expectation and demands, reduce risks and improve patient safety.
- To participate in the provision of training, mentoring and supervision of pharmacy staff within clinical haematology and Technical Services, in accordance with established policies, procedures and individual requirements.
- To act as an “Authorised Pharmacist”, as delegated by the “Accountable Pharmacist” in accordance with Section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968.
- To provide support to ensure that the Technical Services facilities is compliant with all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and all other relevant quality standards.
- To assist with the build and maintenance of the electronic chemotherapy prescribing system (ChemoCare®).
- To be part of the clinical pharmacy service, to inpatient wards and dispensary. To participate in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
We would consider applicants for a Band 6 to Band 7 progression post. Individuals would be eligible for progression to a Band 7 post on completion of the post graduate clinical diploma certificate and agreed competencies.
Person specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential criteria- Degree in pharmacy
- Registration as a practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Certificate or equivalent
- Relevant postgraduate qualification completed (e.g. Clinical Pharmacy Diploma/MSc)
Work Experience
Essential criteria- Recent experience of working as a UK hospital pharmacist (Band 6 or above)
- Experience of working within Technical Services and an aseptic compounding cleanroom facility subject to GMP compliance and related regulatory quality standards Experience of audit and quality systems
- Experience in working with a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of audit and quality systems
- Experience of working within a relevant clinical speciality (e.g. haematology or oncology)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria- Knowledge of GMP
- Excellent time management skills
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy staff, hospital staff and patients/carers
- Standard IT competencies in Word, PowerPoint and Excel or equivalent programs
- Training and supervisory skills
- Ability to problem solve at a level appropriate to the post
- Ability to review, process and present complex information in a clear and concise manner in a variety of formats
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential criteria- Self-motivated individual with an organised and logical approach to work
- Ability to be adaptable and to work flexibly under pressure to prioritise and achieve deadlines
- Able to work during the normal working week, scheduled extended hours and rota cover, weekends and Bank Holidays
- Able to work as part of a busy team, and also on own initiative without direct supervision
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.