Rotational /Specialist Rotational Pharmacist (based on experience)

Main area
Pharmacy
Grade
Band 6 to band 7 depending on qualifications & experience
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full timePart timeJob shareFlexible working37.5 hours per week (rota to support 7 day working pattern)
Job ref
236-DPG-P172-24
Employer
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Oldham Hospital
Town
Oldham
Salary
per annum
Closing
13/05/2024 23:59
Rotational /Specialist Rotational Pharmacist (based on experience)Band 6 to band 7 depending on qualifications & experienceJob overviewWe are looking to recruit enthusiastic and motivated pharmacists to join our existing patient focused team of Rotational & Specialist Rotational Clinical Pharmacists who provide our clinical pharmacy service to our services at Royal Oldham Hospital.This rotational post will provide you with an outstanding breadth of experience in a comprehensive portfolio of specialised areas including: Elective and specialist surgery, Specialist medicine including Acute Respiratory,Cardiology,Endocrinology and Care of the Elderly,Medical Admissions, Critical Care,Haematology,Paediatric,Neonatal and Maternity services.This position is ideal for pharmacists looking to develop clinical skills in a dynamic working environment, supported by our senior pharmacists. You will be supported to complete your diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent and non medical prescribing qualification. This post is open to newly qualified pharmacists or those changing sector where you will be supported in progression from Band 6 to 7.Main duties of the jobYour role will be focused on the medicine optimisation of patients admitted through our specialities to identify medication related issues that may have led to the admission, the reduction of risks from prescribing errors and the ongoing review of prescribing in order to ensure harm free care for patients.Working in these specialities will provide you the opportunity to work closely with a variety of other healthcare professionals including specialist nurses and consultants to treat patients in a way that delivers the best care for them.You will be expected to work as an integral part of the MDT by providing expert advice regarding medication management, supporting medical staff to ensure safe and cost-effective prescribing and to provide accurate information to primary care and community care providers on discharge.You must be a motivated and driven pharmacist with excellent clinical and communication skills. You must be efficient, organised, being able to work both in a team and autonomously and be innovative and resourceful. You must be willing to work flexible hours over a seven day period within a structured rota.Working for our organisationThe Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.Person specificationQualificationsMasters Degree in Pharmacy or recognised equivalentRegistered with the GPhCClinical Pharmacy diploma completedSkills and KnowledgeUnderstanding of issues affecting the NHS and hospital pharmacyGood time management and organisational skillsability to work on own initiative or as part of a teamExperiencecompletion of foundation training and experience We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible and all our colleagues are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible.The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair.We respect the value of difference. So, our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve. Regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, trans status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, all are welcome.We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met). As a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteed interviews are also available to disabled applicants when essential role requirements have been met.In applying for this post, you give the Trust permission to use your data for recruitment purposes.Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.Keep up to date with the latest job opportunities and information across the Northern Care Alliance by following us on Twitter and Facebook: @NCACareersNHSEmployer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name
Lisa Turner
Job title
Principal Pharmacist
Email address
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Telephone number
0161 656 1075
Additional information
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