Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated, proactive and enthusiastic Pharmacist to lead our pharmacy team in the development of a high quality and specialised pharmacy service to the Critical Care division across the Trust.
The post holder will ensure that the quality of pharmacy services in Critical Care is recognised as a lead nationally in line with the Trust objectives.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills, be flexible and work well leading a team with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Applicants must be currently registered with the GPhC as a pharmacist and have completed the clinical pharmacist diploma. An independent prescribing qualification is essential. Successful candidates will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with problem-solving skills for highly complex clinical queries.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the development of the operational elements of the Critical Care pharmacy service across the 3 sites at the Trust and will work with the team to ensure the safe, clinically effective and cost-efficient use of drugs. The focus of this role will be to work with the senior pharmacy and multidisciplinary team to develop pharmacy services to provide optimal patient-centred care. This role will also include the implementation and monitoring of performance indicators to evaluate the contributions of the pharmacy team to the department in line with staffing, patient turnover and Trust priorities to ensure that departmental standards are met. Additionally, it will include the development of medicine-related policies and guidelines for the Trust relevant to critical care. About Us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country. Our team of more than 8,000 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of approximately one million people providing healthcare services to the people of Brent, Harrow and beyond. Date Posted:
29 January 2025 Pay Scheme:
Agenda for Change Band:
Band 8b Salary:
£67,950 to £78,028 a year per annum inclusive of High Cost Area Supplement Contract:
Fixed term Duration:
3 years Working Pattern:
Full-time Reference Number:
337-NP-8560MF Job Responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential Master's degree in Pharmacy Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council Diploma Pharmacy Practice Independent prescriber Desirable MSc in Clinical Pharmacy Practice Recognised management qualification Evidence of formal management training Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant clinical pharmacy experience in a critical care setting Experience of managing a small team Excellent ability to manage change within the pharmacy department and within medical and nursing teams to drive service improvements Experience of working as a specialist pharmacist Demonstrates strategic thinking Desirable Evidence of publishing in a peer-reviewed journal Evidence of collaborative regional work Experience of delivering research projects and influencing changes in practice Evidence of managing and developing a pharmacy service or section. Experience with drug expenditure reporting Skills, Abilities & Attributes Essential Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise, persuade and influence the executive team, senior managers, and senior clinical staff The ability to identify and manage risks. Demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral and written) Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills Demonstrates the integration of research evidence into practice Ability to identify and prioritise service needs Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Details
Employer Name:
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Address:
Northwick Park Hospital (cross site), Watford Road, Harrow, HA1 3UJ Employer's Website:
https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the development of the operational elements of the Critical Care pharmacy service across the 3 sites at the Trust and will work with the team to ensure the safe, clinically effective and cost-efficient use of drugs. The focus of this role will be to work with the senior pharmacy and multidisciplinary team to develop pharmacy services to provide optimal patient-centred care. This role will also include the implementation and monitoring of performance indicators to evaluate the contributions of the pharmacy team to the department in line with staffing, patient turnover and Trust priorities to ensure that departmental standards are met. Additionally, it will include the development of medicine-related policies and guidelines for the Trust relevant to critical care. About Us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country. Our team of more than 8,000 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of approximately one million people providing healthcare services to the people of Brent, Harrow and beyond. Date Posted:
29 January 2025 Pay Scheme:
Agenda for Change Band:
Band 8b Salary:
£67,950 to £78,028 a year per annum inclusive of High Cost Area Supplement Contract:
Fixed term Duration:
3 years Working Pattern:
Full-time Reference Number:
337-NP-8560MF Job Responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential Master's degree in Pharmacy Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council Diploma Pharmacy Practice Independent prescriber Desirable MSc in Clinical Pharmacy Practice Recognised management qualification Evidence of formal management training Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant clinical pharmacy experience in a critical care setting Experience of managing a small team Excellent ability to manage change within the pharmacy department and within medical and nursing teams to drive service improvements Experience of working as a specialist pharmacist Demonstrates strategic thinking Desirable Evidence of publishing in a peer-reviewed journal Evidence of collaborative regional work Experience of delivering research projects and influencing changes in practice Evidence of managing and developing a pharmacy service or section. Experience with drug expenditure reporting Skills, Abilities & Attributes Essential Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise, persuade and influence the executive team, senior managers, and senior clinical staff The ability to identify and manage risks. Demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral and written) Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills Demonstrates the integration of research evidence into practice Ability to identify and prioritise service needs Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Details
Employer Name:
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Address:
Northwick Park Hospital (cross site), Watford Road, Harrow, HA1 3UJ Employer's Website:
https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr
