NHS
Job title:
Principal Pharmacist – Anticoagulation and Haemoglobinopathy
Company
NHS
Job description
This is an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced, high calibre pharmacist looking to further advance their career and develop leadership, clinical and prescribing skills within Anticoagulation and Haemoglobinopathy at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will need to be flexible and organised, be able to align their values with those of the organisation, work well within a team and have a ‘can do’ positive attitude.We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic senior pharmacist to make a difference and ensure the best outcomes for our patients. The post holder will work to ensure the continued provision and development of high quality, comprehensive clinical pharmacy services to patients as well as influence senior managers and clinicians. We will provide the successful candidate with a comprehensive induction covering all aspects of Trust work, support from senior pharmacy staff and an environment to develop further.The Pharmacy Service at St George’s is highly regarded across the Trust, with over 270 staff members working closely with multi-disciplinary teams. The department is friendly, forward thinking and constantly expanding with opportunities for personal and service development including further postgraduate education.Main duties of the jobo Lead, manage, strategically develop and deliver specialist clinical pharmacy (including clinics and hyperacute unit) and medicines optimisation to Anticoagulation and Haemoglobinopathy Services.o To manage the anti-coagulation pharmacisto Provide expert advice on a broad range of pharmaceutical matters. o Plan and deliver specialist training within pharmacy and to the wider multidisciplinary team.o Responsible for the planning and coordination of projects or audits for Anticoagulation and Haemoglobinopathy Services.o Contribute to the strategic planning of the pharmacy department and medicines optimisation according to Hospital Pharmacy Transformation Plan. o Be an active member and contribute to the Hospital Thrombosis and Haemoglobinopathy groups.The successful applicant will enjoy working in a busy challenging environment, be able to manage multiple priorities and deliver against tight deadlines. You will have good communication skills and be an enthusiastic educator. They should possess a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or equivalent and have the relevant hospital pharmacy experience. Experience of working and influencing in a multi-disciplinary team and an independent prescribing qualification are essential.About usSt George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a major acute hospital that offers specialist care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, neurosurgery, cardiac care, lipid disorders, renal transplantation, cancer care and stroke. We are the regional specialist care provider for South-West London, Surrey and beyond. Acute and tertiary health services are delivered from over 1,000 beds across two sites, by around 8,000 staff. The helipad was opened in spring 2014 and the work of the Emergency Department has been captured on Channel 4’s ’24 Hours in A&E’ programme.The GESH hospital group is a leading healthcare provider in South West London, comprised of St George’s University Hospitals and Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals. Our vision is to provide outstanding care, together, by collaborating and working in partnership to meet the needs of our patients, and making sure our services are affordable and fit for the future. As GESH partners the pharmacy departments at St Georges University Hospital and Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals are working together in a number of areas including; workforce, key functions such as medication safety and education and training and digital workstreams.Together, as a Group, we will be the driving force behind the most integrated local system in the NHS.Date posted09 December 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary£70,387 to £80,465 a year Per annum including inner london HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number200-NN-6813354-BC-ZJob locationsSt Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustBlackshaw roadTootingSW17 0QTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Masters degree MPharm
- Registered with Gphc
- MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
- Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice
- Non- medical prescriber
Desirable
- Formal management training
- Diploma tutor accreditation
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (MRPharmS)
ExperienceEssential
- Substantial post registration experience as a clinical pharmacist practitioner to include experience managing patients in anticoagulation or haemoglobinopathy
- Experience of supervising and managing staff/ teams
- Experience of contribution to the operational and strategic direction of the pharmacy department
- Experience in implementing and managing change and of service development
- Experience in supporting directorate activity
- Experience in delivering training and education at undergraduate and postgraduate level
Desirable
- Experience of one stop dispensing
SkillsEssential
- Communication Skills
- Analytical and Judgment Skills
- Planning & Organizing Skills
- Physical Skills
SkillsEssential
- Advanced knowledge of therapeutics and pharmacology with a record of successful application in current post
- Awareness of a commitment to Clinical Governance
- Awareness of interface issues
- Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex clinical information
- Experience in managing medicines use expenditure/budgets
- Understand national and local priorities
- Ability to critically analyse and apply research to the clinical setting
Desirable
- Familiarity with JAC computer system
- Experience of using an electronic patient record system
- Publications around specialist area
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Masters degree MPharm
- Registered with Gphc
- MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
- Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice
- Non- medical prescriber
Desirable
- Formal management training
- Diploma tutor accreditation
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (MRPharmS)
ExperienceEssential
- Substantial post registration experience as a clinical pharmacist practitioner to include experience managing patients in anticoagulation or haemoglobinopathy
- Experience of supervising and managing staff/ teams
- Experience of contribution to the operational and strategic direction of the pharmacy department
- Experience in implementing and managing change and of service development
- Experience in supporting directorate activity
- Experience in delivering training and education at undergraduate and postgraduate level
Desirable
- Experience of one stop dispensing
SkillsEssential
- Communication Skills
- Analytical and Judgment Skills
- Planning & Organizing Skills
- Physical Skills
SkillsEssential
- Advanced knowledge of therapeutics and pharmacology with a record of successful application in current post
- Awareness of a commitment to Clinical Governance
- Awareness of interface issues
- Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex clinical information
- Experience in managing medicines use expenditure/budgets
- Understand national and local priorities
- Ability to critically analyse and apply research to the clinical setting
Desirable
- Familiarity with JAC computer system
- Experience of using an electronic patient record system
- Publications around specialist area
Expected salary
£70387 – 80465 per year
Location
Tooting, South West London
Job date
Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:34:12 GMT
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