We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated Pharmacist to join our dynamic workforce at Peterborough City Hospital.
You will have the great opportunity to develop further your clinical skills across a wide range of specialties within the Woman and Child area, including: General paediatrics Paediatric oncology Paediatric rheumatology Paediatric high-dependency Neonatal intensive care Antenatal and postnatal obstetrics Gynaecology and breast care
The role is predominantly ward-based, where you will work closely with the Principal Pharmacist to lead and develop clinical services. You will be part of a small but well-established Pharmacy team, collaborating with medical, nursing, and midwifery staff to ensure the highest level of patient care.
Our Pharmacy Department is known for its excellent working environment, focusing on patient-centred care and keeping pace with the continuous development of our staff and actively encouraging knowledge-sharing to improve the performance of the department.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact within the Woman and Child area, we would love to hear from you!
Your Key Responsibilities include: Professional responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to W&C Services, ensuring that medicines are used safely, legally, and effectively. Actively participate in consultant and MDT ward rounds, providing evidence-based advice/guidance on medications to ensure their safe and effective use. Take responsibility for the development and review of policies, procedures, and guidelines related to medication use within W&C Services. Work closely with Clinical Business Unit leads to deliver information on cost-effective medicine use and support the development and submission of formulary applications or amendments to the use of existing products. Develop and deliver comprehensive training and education programs to the wider MDT. Provide specialist pharmacy support to the full range of specialist W&C Services, including Gynaecology/Obstetric clinics, delivery suite, Paediatric outpatient clinics, and inpatient ward areas, ensuring the goals of the service are met through appropriate policies and procedures. Engage with W&C Services clinical colleagues to conduct regular audits, report findings, and review medicines prescribing, administration, and record-keeping in line with local and national audit plans.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme; Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
If you are interested in this position then please read the full job description and person specification that is attached to this vacancy.
This advert closes on Sunday 5 Jan 2025.
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You will have the great opportunity to develop further your clinical skills across a wide range of specialties within the Woman and Child area, including: General paediatrics Paediatric oncology Paediatric rheumatology Paediatric high-dependency Neonatal intensive care Antenatal and postnatal obstetrics Gynaecology and breast care
The role is predominantly ward-based, where you will work closely with the Principal Pharmacist to lead and develop clinical services. You will be part of a small but well-established Pharmacy team, collaborating with medical, nursing, and midwifery staff to ensure the highest level of patient care.
Our Pharmacy Department is known for its excellent working environment, focusing on patient-centred care and keeping pace with the continuous development of our staff and actively encouraging knowledge-sharing to improve the performance of the department.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact within the Woman and Child area, we would love to hear from you!
Your Key Responsibilities include: Professional responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to W&C Services, ensuring that medicines are used safely, legally, and effectively. Actively participate in consultant and MDT ward rounds, providing evidence-based advice/guidance on medications to ensure their safe and effective use. Take responsibility for the development and review of policies, procedures, and guidelines related to medication use within W&C Services. Work closely with Clinical Business Unit leads to deliver information on cost-effective medicine use and support the development and submission of formulary applications or amendments to the use of existing products. Develop and deliver comprehensive training and education programs to the wider MDT. Provide specialist pharmacy support to the full range of specialist W&C Services, including Gynaecology/Obstetric clinics, delivery suite, Paediatric outpatient clinics, and inpatient ward areas, ensuring the goals of the service are met through appropriate policies and procedures. Engage with W&C Services clinical colleagues to conduct regular audits, report findings, and review medicines prescribing, administration, and record-keeping in line with local and national audit plans.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme; Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
If you are interested in this position then please read the full job description and person specification that is attached to this vacancy.
This advert closes on Sunday 5 Jan 2025.
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