We have an interesting role that combines a Clinical Pharmacist element covering inpatient wards or Units with a Dispensary specialist element providing expert clinical input into the dispensary team.
This provides an opportunity for an ambitious pharmacist to develop and demonstrate leadership and management skills within a dispensary setting, with clinical pharmacy skills at ward level, as well as service improvement and QI scope within both areas of practice. The team element with various healthcare professionals, within the dispensary and at ward level, means we require a strong communicator and an organised individual.
This role provides a good opportunity to hone these skills and develop in a unique manner.
In a varied and rewarding role, the post-holder is responsible for delivering a specialist pharmacy service within the dispensary with a clinical commitment to covering an inpatient ward. This involves providing expert Pharmacist input to the Clinical team in the dispensary on pharmaceutical matters and providing ward clinical pharmacy cover as needed. Leading the team of rotational Pharmacists working from the dispensary, the post holder will work very closely with the Dispensary Senior Pharmacy Technicians and Lead Dispensary Pharmacist to provide an efficient and safe dispensary service.
Undertaking audits and service improvement projects within dispensary services is a key part of the role, as well as teaching and supervision where appropriate. On occasion, the postholder will be expected to act as deputy to lead Dispensary Specialist Pharmacist.
The post-holder will provide a clinical pharmacy service to one or more specified clinical ward/Unit areas each day to promote the safe, rational, effective and economic use of medicines.
The pharmacy department has approximately 240 staff. The 2 sites provide dispensary services to inpatients & outpatients, medicines information, procurement services and full clinical service to wards; the onsite aseptic and manufacturing services are centralised at CGH.
Pharmacy is at the forefront of many exciting projects including an award-winning service provided by pharmacist prescribers in orthopaedic pre-admission clinic.
Within the department are specialist clinical teams; the Specialist Mental Health Pharmacy facilitates delivery of Specialist services for Mental Health & Learning Disabilities. The cancer services team provide a pharmacy service at both sites for oncology & haematology and satellite pharmacy.
Duties:
Provide clinical pharmacy service to the medical day Unit (MDU) promoting safe, rational, effective and economic use of medicines. Manage prescriptions for MDU and support specialist teams with safe and cost-effective prescribing and supply of biologics and other medications routinely administered on the MDU. Participation in the weekend pharmacy service rota as we move towards 7-day working. Undertake teaching and clinical supervision of pharmacists, foundation pharmacists, Medicines Optimisation Technicians and undergraduate pharmacy students. Develop and foster good relations with clinical staff on the wards/MDU and the specialties. Provide an efficient pharmacist service by connecting the service to the wards/Units with the dispensary service.
Other duties within Pharmacy Department: Training new Pharmacists working in the dispensary including induction training. Carry out entrance and exit interviews of rotational Pharmacists in absence of lead pharmacist. Ensure rotational Pharmacists are informed of any changes when starting a block in the dispensary. Producing weekly rota for Pharmacist cover in the dispensary. Liaising with the Lead Pharmacist for Dispensary to ensure appropriate Pharmacist cover within dispensary. Liaising closely with the Senior Pharmacy Technicians to ensure a safe efficient dispensary service. Responsibility for maintaining the workflow of prescriptions through the department, in conjunction with the Senior Technicians (Dispensary) and Chief Technicians including ensuring that prescriptions are assessed, dispensed, checked and dispatched, according to priority and in a timely fashion. Ensuring any dispensary competencies for Pharmacists are completed and maintained. Provide input into Standard Operating procedures relevant to the Pharmacists role in the dispensary. Updating and maintaining the dispensary Pharmacists information files in the dispensary. Ensuring staff working in the dispensary have completed any regular competency tests that are required. Ensuring the ‘Responsible Pharmacist’ register is completed daily. Facilitate Co-ordination of Foundation Pharmacist dispensary training. QI project each quarter. Organise supply of specialist haematology medication with individualised supply arrangements e.g., ibrutinib for Waldenstroms. Supervision of undergraduate pharmacy students on clinical placement.
Within the Pharmacy department at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHSFT, we are committed to supporting the South West Inclusive Pharmacy Practice manifesto (https://pwds.nhs.uk/associates/sw-ipp/), creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We recognise that a diverse team enhances our ability to provide patients with the best possible care and innovative solutions.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or socioeconomic background. We are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities in all aspects of employment, from recruitment to career development. We like members of our team to feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities and we actively promote a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process or in the workplace, please let us know. We are here to ensure that all candidates and employees can contribute fully and thrive in their roles.
Join us in making a difference—together, we can build a workplace that celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences.
Additional Contact:
Bilal Topia - Associate Pharmacy Director (b.topia@nhs.net)
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This provides an opportunity for an ambitious pharmacist to develop and demonstrate leadership and management skills within a dispensary setting, with clinical pharmacy skills at ward level, as well as service improvement and QI scope within both areas of practice. The team element with various healthcare professionals, within the dispensary and at ward level, means we require a strong communicator and an organised individual.
This role provides a good opportunity to hone these skills and develop in a unique manner.
In a varied and rewarding role, the post-holder is responsible for delivering a specialist pharmacy service within the dispensary with a clinical commitment to covering an inpatient ward. This involves providing expert Pharmacist input to the Clinical team in the dispensary on pharmaceutical matters and providing ward clinical pharmacy cover as needed. Leading the team of rotational Pharmacists working from the dispensary, the post holder will work very closely with the Dispensary Senior Pharmacy Technicians and Lead Dispensary Pharmacist to provide an efficient and safe dispensary service.
Undertaking audits and service improvement projects within dispensary services is a key part of the role, as well as teaching and supervision where appropriate. On occasion, the postholder will be expected to act as deputy to lead Dispensary Specialist Pharmacist.
The post-holder will provide a clinical pharmacy service to one or more specified clinical ward/Unit areas each day to promote the safe, rational, effective and economic use of medicines.
The pharmacy department has approximately 240 staff. The 2 sites provide dispensary services to inpatients & outpatients, medicines information, procurement services and full clinical service to wards; the onsite aseptic and manufacturing services are centralised at CGH.
Pharmacy is at the forefront of many exciting projects including an award-winning service provided by pharmacist prescribers in orthopaedic pre-admission clinic.
Within the department are specialist clinical teams; the Specialist Mental Health Pharmacy facilitates delivery of Specialist services for Mental Health & Learning Disabilities. The cancer services team provide a pharmacy service at both sites for oncology & haematology and satellite pharmacy.
Duties:
Provide clinical pharmacy service to the medical day Unit (MDU) promoting safe, rational, effective and economic use of medicines. Manage prescriptions for MDU and support specialist teams with safe and cost-effective prescribing and supply of biologics and other medications routinely administered on the MDU. Participation in the weekend pharmacy service rota as we move towards 7-day working. Undertake teaching and clinical supervision of pharmacists, foundation pharmacists, Medicines Optimisation Technicians and undergraduate pharmacy students. Develop and foster good relations with clinical staff on the wards/MDU and the specialties. Provide an efficient pharmacist service by connecting the service to the wards/Units with the dispensary service.
Other duties within Pharmacy Department: Training new Pharmacists working in the dispensary including induction training. Carry out entrance and exit interviews of rotational Pharmacists in absence of lead pharmacist. Ensure rotational Pharmacists are informed of any changes when starting a block in the dispensary. Producing weekly rota for Pharmacist cover in the dispensary. Liaising with the Lead Pharmacist for Dispensary to ensure appropriate Pharmacist cover within dispensary. Liaising closely with the Senior Pharmacy Technicians to ensure a safe efficient dispensary service. Responsibility for maintaining the workflow of prescriptions through the department, in conjunction with the Senior Technicians (Dispensary) and Chief Technicians including ensuring that prescriptions are assessed, dispensed, checked and dispatched, according to priority and in a timely fashion. Ensuring any dispensary competencies for Pharmacists are completed and maintained. Provide input into Standard Operating procedures relevant to the Pharmacists role in the dispensary. Updating and maintaining the dispensary Pharmacists information files in the dispensary. Ensuring staff working in the dispensary have completed any regular competency tests that are required. Ensuring the ‘Responsible Pharmacist’ register is completed daily. Facilitate Co-ordination of Foundation Pharmacist dispensary training. QI project each quarter. Organise supply of specialist haematology medication with individualised supply arrangements e.g., ibrutinib for Waldenstroms. Supervision of undergraduate pharmacy students on clinical placement.
Within the Pharmacy department at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHSFT, we are committed to supporting the South West Inclusive Pharmacy Practice manifesto (https://pwds.nhs.uk/associates/sw-ipp/), creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We recognise that a diverse team enhances our ability to provide patients with the best possible care and innovative solutions.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or socioeconomic background. We are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities in all aspects of employment, from recruitment to career development. We like members of our team to feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities and we actively promote a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process or in the workplace, please let us know. We are here to ensure that all candidates and employees can contribute fully and thrive in their roles.
Join us in making a difference—together, we can build a workplace that celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences.
Additional Contact:
Bilal Topia - Associate Pharmacy Director (b.topia@nhs.net)
#J-18808-Ljbffr
