Clinical Pharmacist (Progression to Specialist)

Clinical Pharmacist (Progression to Specialist)South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustAn exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 6 Clinical Pharmaciststo apply for a progression Post which will allow for the transition into a Band7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist role on achievement of set parameters. TheseSpecialist Clinical Pharmacists will work within our Integrated MedicinesManagement (IMM) service. The Pharmacy Service operates a seven-day clinicalservice and benefits from full electronic prescribing, electronic decisionsupport and care planning and automated dispensaries.This Post is a progression Postwith you initially working as a Clinical Pharmacist (Band 6) todeliver clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical services to wards and departmentsof STSFT.You will be provided with the support and clinicalsupervision required to transition from a Band 6 to a Band 7 SpecialistClinical Pharmacist. This will include a 12-18 month period of support duringwhich time you will undertake a structured programme which uponcompletion will demonstrate achievement of the clinical skills, knowledge andcompetency required to work autonomously as a Band 7 Specialist ClinicalPharmacist. Progression to the Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Post isdependent onspecific elements being successfully achieved.Uponsuccessful completion of these elements you will automatically moveto the role of Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist.Main duties of the jobYou will be a registered pharmacist with post-registrationexperience in clinical services, excellent team-working skills and be currentlyparticipating in our Band 6 rotational programme. You will have a positive and flexibleapproach, clinically-focussed practice and the desire to develop specialistskills.On Appointment you will continue to support the IMM clinical teamsto develop your specialist clinical practice, deliver Integrated MedicinesManagement at the bedside and contribute to the ongoing training andsupervision of pharmacy staff and students. You will spend over 95% of yourtime on direct patient care which will include clinical experience in admissionand discharge management, board rounds and supervising and training staffincluding trainee pharmacist mentoring.On Appointment to the Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist role, you willsupport the Directorate Lead Pharmacist(s) for your team in delivering andmanaging the IMM service in the Divisions of Medicine, Emergency Care, Surgeryor Family Care. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop aspecialist area of practice, or contribute to an existing service, withattendance at clinics or multi-disciplinary team meetings and the utilisationof independent prescribing skills.This Post has a requirement for seven-day working including weekends, late nights,bank holidays and cross-site cover.About usPlease help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required.One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.Job responsibilitiesResponsible for delivering basic clinical pharmacy services to a defined clinical area on a rotational basis.To be responsible for the delivery of an agreed standard of clinical care to patients to achieve safe, effective and economic use of medicines.Undertake risk management of pharmacy clinical services in a defined area.Undertake the role of responsible pharmacist.To undertake teaching and clinical supervision of pre-registration pharmacists, technicians and students.PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.Person SpecificationQualificationsMPharm or equivalent.GPhC registration.Special CircumstancesMust be flexible to meet service needs.Awareness that job requires a commitment to seven-day service.Requirement to work at various sites across Trust and provide service often at short notice.ExperienceOne year as a Trainee Pharmacist.Interest in clinical pharmacy.SkillsGood communication skills (verbal and written).Clinical Pharmacy skills.Ability to work in a team and as an individual.Ability to turn theory into practice.DispositionAbility to work in a professional manner with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.Perform effectively in stressful circumstances.Self-confident.Drive to improve patient care.Positive, flexible and co-operative approach.Clinically-focused professional practice and development.OtherPlease provide a contact telephone number (in case we need to contact you about your Application), or write 'no Number' if you do not have one.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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