Delta PCN are looking to fill four new positions for this role. Previous applicants need not apply; no agencies.
Successful applicants will be invited to interview within two weeks of the closing date.
Please note that remote working is not an option - this role requires the successful applicant to be on site.
Background:
Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice is part of an exciting programme of transformation to develop a new model of care which addresses our ambition to deliver a person-centred co-ordinated care. The Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice model is supported by the direction of national policy including the Five Year Forward View and GP Forward View where there is a need to better utilise the role of pharmacy within primary care to pro-actively help patients stay safe and well and out of hospital as well as helping to reduce the demands on general practice.
JOB SUMMARY
To support the Practice Based Clinical Pharmacist to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and efficient systems for repeat prescribing, medicines optimisation, reducing medicines waste and maximising patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Undertake medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols. Support the achievement of QoF targets. Work with appropriate persons within the GP surgery to contribute to the review and development of repeat prescribing protocols / SOPs to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of repeat prescribing systems. Provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. Participate in medication audits. Assist in the appropriate monitoring and management of prescribing budgets and liaise with the medicines management team at the CCG. Prepare evidence-based resources and information to support the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing. Provide medication reviews, patient information leaflets, medicine awareness; and undertake community visits. Take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement. Respond to medication queries from patients and staff in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols. Advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines. Assist in the submission of claims for personally administered drugs. About us: Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are supported by Dacorum Healthcare Providers Limited (DHPL), who are developing new and exciting additional roles under the 2020 scheme, to support GPs and clinical teams at enhancing patient services in the local community. There is a wide socio-economic and demographic served within this area which will provide an interesting and varied case mix. The role will contribute to improving quality of patient care across the network of practices. DHPL has been awarded the Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) Certificate of Achievement in recognition of exceptional contribution to the Primary Care workforce under the category of Supported Retention and Recruitment of Staff. As such, you will be joining an enthusiastic team of clinicians and administrators and will be well supported with on-going professional development (training support, CPD and peer support). Person Specification
Qualifications
NVQ3 Pharmacy services (or equivalent). Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Evidence of CPD. Understanding of prescribing and Medicines Management issues. Understanding of working effectively within multidisciplinary groups. Dealing with the public/patients. NHS Primary Care (Desirable). EMIS clinical system (Desirable). Good understanding of Microsoft Office software (Desirable). Experience
Good verbal and written communication. Motivated and enthusiastic. Able to respond to change and apply new developments without difficulty. Demonstrates resilience and an ability to cope under pressure commensurate with the responsibilities of the post. Good interpersonal skills, ability to make effective relationships with others. Excellent attention to detail. Advanced numeracy skills. Excellent keyboard and computer skills. An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality. Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense. Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team. Pleasant and articulate. Able to work under pressure. Able to work in a changing environment. Able to use own initiative. Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workload. 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. Depending on experience Basic Plus Fringe Allowance 5% of salary (capped at £2,121pa).
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Undertake medicines reconciliation in accordance with practice protocols. Support the achievement of QoF targets. Work with appropriate persons within the GP surgery to contribute to the review and development of repeat prescribing protocols / SOPs to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of repeat prescribing systems. Provide advice to GPs, staff and patients in changes to prescribing to support the improvement of prescribing safety, quality and cost effectiveness. Participate in medication audits. Assist in the appropriate monitoring and management of prescribing budgets and liaise with the medicines management team at the CCG. Prepare evidence-based resources and information to support the implementation of rational cost-effective prescribing. Provide medication reviews, patient information leaflets, medicine awareness; and undertake community visits. Take a proactive approach to the safe handling of prescriptions, including assessment of risk and making recommendations for improvement. Respond to medication queries from patients and staff in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols. Advise on the sourcing and safe management of medicines. Assist in the submission of claims for personally administered drugs. About us: Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are supported by Dacorum Healthcare Providers Limited (DHPL), who are developing new and exciting additional roles under the 2020 scheme, to support GPs and clinical teams at enhancing patient services in the local community. There is a wide socio-economic and demographic served within this area which will provide an interesting and varied case mix. The role will contribute to improving quality of patient care across the network of practices. DHPL has been awarded the Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) Certificate of Achievement in recognition of exceptional contribution to the Primary Care workforce under the category of Supported Retention and Recruitment of Staff. As such, you will be joining an enthusiastic team of clinicians and administrators and will be well supported with on-going professional development (training support, CPD and peer support). Person Specification
Qualifications
NVQ3 Pharmacy services (or equivalent). Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Evidence of CPD. Understanding of prescribing and Medicines Management issues. Understanding of working effectively within multidisciplinary groups. Dealing with the public/patients. NHS Primary Care (Desirable). EMIS clinical system (Desirable). Good understanding of Microsoft Office software (Desirable). Experience
Good verbal and written communication. Motivated and enthusiastic. Able to respond to change and apply new developments without difficulty. Demonstrates resilience and an ability to cope under pressure commensurate with the responsibilities of the post. Good interpersonal skills, ability to make effective relationships with others. Excellent attention to detail. Advanced numeracy skills. Excellent keyboard and computer skills. An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality. Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense. Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team. Pleasant and articulate. Able to work under pressure. Able to work in a changing environment. Able to use own initiative. Ability to self-motivate, organise and prioritise own workload. 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. Depending on experience Basic Plus Fringe Allowance 5% of salary (capped at £2,121pa).
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