24 Oct
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Carshalton
Job description
Job overview
Epsom & St Helier Staff Bank are looking for an experienced Band 6 Bank clinical Rotational Pharmacist, to join their team.
This role would be required to provide a co-ordinated pharmaceutical service, which is broad-based, cost effective and efficient.
You would also be required to promote safe, legal, rational and economic use of medicines and all allied products to all its clients.
Main duties of the job
1.To participate in the ward / clinical pharmacy service to monitor prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice / drug information (on choice of medicines / dosage / side effects etc.
as appropriate, to health care professionals and patients / carers, to promote the safe,
effective and economic use of medicines.
2.To identify potential risks to patients when screening prescriptions and to resolve relevant issues prior to dispensing
3.To ensure seamless transfer of pharmaceutical care for patients liaising with the other acute Trusts, GPs, Community and PCT pharmacists as appropriate.
4.To counsel patients / carers regarding their medication.
5.To encourage support and compliance with the Trust formulary and local prescribing guidelines.
6.To undertake in-patient, discharge and out-patient dispensing and checking using the Pharmacy Computer System and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
7.To participate in the dispensing and checking for clinical trials and controlled drugs, completing relevant documentation in accordance with departmental procedures as required.
Working for our organisation
To work with the pharmacy team to deliver a service to meet the pharmaceutical needs of patients within the Trust and other external organisations to whom a service is provided.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Work within agreed Staffbank and departmental policies and procedures and accepted standards of practice.
- Work on other sites in the Trust by agreement.
- Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade.
- Ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity.
- Treat patients and customers with dignity and courtesy.
- Ensure that medicines do not fall into unauthorised hands.
- Have responsibility for the health,
safety and welfare for self and others and to comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH.
- Promote Equal Opportunities and to comply with the requirements of the legislation and the Trust and StaffBank policies.
- Attend such training courses and meetings as are necessary for the efficient performance of the post holder’s duties.
- Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), maintaining own CPD portfolio.
- Comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- Comply with the Trust’s No Smoking Policy.
- Comply with Duty of Candour principles.
This job description is a reflection of the current position and may change in emphasis or detail in the light of subsequent service development.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION
Essential criteria
- Registered Pharmacist with General Pharmaceutical Council
- Pharmacy degree MPharm Pre-registration training
- Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
Desirable criteria
MSc in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent. Management training
EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
Post registration UK hospital experience Demonstrate evidence of excellent clinical knowledge and skills Experience of providing services to a broad variety of patients Medicines Information
Desirable criteria
Staff management Staff appraisal / assessment
SKILLS / ABILITIES
Essential criteria
Good organisational skills-self and others.
Good time management Excellent communication skills-verbal and written Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work Ability to motivate self and others Problem solving skills Good negotiation skills Ability to implement and manage change.
Excellent interpersonal skills Good presentation skills Proven teaching ability Appreciation of audit methods Team player Ability to be a role model for clinical and dispensary pharmacy practice.
Desirable criteria
Knowledge of CMM, electronic prescribing and dispensing systems. Delivery of pharmaceutical care to a defined speciality Previous experience in delivering education and training Rota management
GENERAL
Essential criteria
Professional Enthusiastic Sets high standards Acts as an excellent ambassador for pharmacy Reliable work record Commitment to CPD Work flexible hours Live within reasonable distance from hospital for on-call Own transport Participate in late duty, weekend and Bank Holiday rotas to provide a 7 day service
Desirable criteria
Current issues relevant to the rotations Demonstrate initiative Ability to implement and manage change Ability to plan and develop Customer care Good IT skills Project / practice research
Our mission : to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’
There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward,
but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement.
Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion.
ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential.
We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.
Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching.