Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Progression (to Band 7)

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Stsft
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Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Progression (to Band 7)

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for current B6 Clinical Pharmacists to apply for a progression Post which will allow for the transition into a B7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist on achievement of set parameters to work within our Integrated Medicines Management (IMM) service. We operate a seven-day clinical service and benefit from full electronic prescribing, electronic decision support and care planning and automated dispensaries. You will initially work as a Clinical Pharmacist (Band 6) to deliver clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical services to our wards and departments. You will be provided with support and clinical supervision required to transition from a Band 6 to a Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist. This will include a 12-18 month period of support during which you will undertake a structured programme to demonstrate achievement of the clinical skills, knowledge and competency required to work autonomously as a Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist. Progression to the Band 7 Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Post is dependent on the following elements being successfully achieved: All IMM training and competencies completed allowing full participation in the clinical pharmacist rotational programme during the period the Postholder is in the progression Post. Completion of 60 credits of a higher education accredited Post-graduate Programme in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent. Completion of two cycles of revalidation in-line with the requirements of the GPhC. Main duties of the job

You will be a registered pharmacist with post-registration experience in clinical services, excellent team-working skills and be currently participating in our Band 6 rotational programme. On appointment you will continue to support the IMM clinical teams to develop your specialist clinical practice, deliver Integrated Medicines Management at the bedside and contribute to the ongoing training and supervision of pharmacy staff and students. You will spend over 95% of your time on direct patient care which will include clinical experience in admission and discharge management, board rounds and supervising and training staff including trainee pharmacist mentoring. On appointment to the Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist role you will support the Directorate Lead Pharmacist(s) for your team in delivering and managing the IMM service in the Divisions of Medicine, Emergency Care, Surgery or Family Care. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop a specialist area of practice, or contribute to an existing service, with attendance at clinics or multi-disciplinary team meetings and the utilisation of independent prescribing skills. You will be required to undertake teaching and clinical supervision of less experienced pharmacists, trainee pharmacists, technicians and students including undertaking the designated supervisor role (once eligible). This Post has a requirement for seven-day working including weekends, late nights, bank holidays and cross-site cover. About us

Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required. One Team One Trust

- There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy. The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. Job responsibilities

Responsible for delivering basic clinical pharmacy services to a defined clinical area on a rotational basis. PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Person Specification

Disposition

Ability to work in a professional manner with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Perform effectively in stressful circumstances. Self-confident. Drive to improve patient care. Positive, flexible and co-operative approach. Clinically-focused professional practice and development. Experience

One year as a Trainee Pharmacist. Interest in clinical pharmacy. Special Circumstances

Must be flexible to meet service needs. Awareness that job requires a commitment to a seven-day service. Requirement for you to work at various sites across the Trust and provide a service often at short notice. Qualifications

MPharm or equivalent. GPhC registration. Skills

Good communication skills (verbal and written). Clinical Pharmacy skills. Ability to work in a team and as an individual. Ability to turn theory into practice. 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. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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