Principal Pharmacist, Sexual Health and HIV services

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team, as the Principal Pharmacist, Sexual Health and HIV Services. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist to lead and develop the clinical pharmacy service to the Sexual Health and HIV team. The post will suit individuals who would thrive in working autonomously and collaboratively as a strong team player. As the Principal Pharmacist for Sexual Health and HIV Services you will provide leadership and clinical expertise, supporting the work of the Rosehill clinic. You will be a core member of the MDT, ensuring safe and effective medicines management and medicines optimisation. You will oversee the implementation of service improvements, review of medicines expenditure, as well as clinical governance and medicines safety within the Medicine division. You will work directly with patients and carers to understand their needs, and support adherence to medication regimens You will need good interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to organise and prioritise your work. We will provide appropriate training to aid your personal and professional development. If this role interests you, please read the job description, call us to discuss and apply!Main duties of the job
To be responsible for leading, managing, strategically developing and delivering a specialist pharmacy service to the HIV and sexual health clinics. To provide specialist advice regarding the use of antiretroviral medication for all patients across the Trust and facilitate good prescribing practice in these areas.
About usEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surrey and NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and is supported by over 500 volunteers.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Masters in Pharmacy Degree - MPharm Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Registered with GPHC
Desirable
Independent prescriber
ExperienceEssential
Substantial post registration hospital experience Multidisciplinary team work Demonstrate evidence of good clinical knowledge and skills Demonstrate a good understanding of HIV medicines. Counselling skills
Desirable
Experience working in HIV and sexual health setting Experience in providing a clinical pharmacy service to out-patient clinics.
SkillsEssential
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Excellent interpersonal skills, including influencing skills Proven organisation skills, self and others Ability to prioritise work effectively Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
Familiarity with JAC pharmacy computer system Ability to manage change
Employer detailsEmployer nameEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS TrustAddressSt Helier Hospital Wrythe Lane, Carshalton London SM5 1AAAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 343-NN-6190001-ACS-Z
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