Advanced Pharmacist (Sexual health and HIV services) | Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Hastings; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service organization in Hastings seeks an enthusiastic Advanced Pharmacist to join their team. This role focuses on providing specialized pharmaceutical care in HIV and sexual health services. Candidates should have leadership skills and strong clinical knowledge. The organization embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Advanced Pharmacists must apply clinical knowledge to deliver high standards of patient care.
• Experience in HIV and Sexual Health is preferable, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Act as a clinical specialist supporting the Lead Specialist Pharmacist.
• Influence how people experience our services working with service users and their families.
• Ensure the team meets professional standards in care planning.

Skills

Experience in HIV and Sexual Health

Leadership skills

Clinical knowledge application

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Advanced Pharmacist to join our professional team. You will provide a holistic, highly specialist pharmaceutical care service to patients accessing the HIV and sexual health services within Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust to achieve high quality, cost effective and evidence-based prescribing/use of pharmaceuticals in specific areas. We are a close team, and we welcome fresh ideas from a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Act as a clinical specialist and support the Lead Specialist Pharmacist in providing specialist pharmacy services to the sexual health service, including prescribing, support work and developing initiatives.
• Work closely with service users, families, friends and carers to influence how people experience our services.
• Take a leadership role, acting as a role model for others.
• Ensure the team provides effective care planning that meets professional standards and is in collaboration with service users and carers.
• Facilitate reflection on service delivery and identify quality improvement opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in HIV and Sexual Health is preferable and advantageous, but not essential as specialist training will be provided to the right candidate.
• Advanced Pharmacists are required to apply clinical knowledge to deliver high standards of patient care within the service.

About Us and Values

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we are committed to delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve community health. We value compassion, aspirational progress, responsiveness and excellence.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We believe equity, diversity and inclusion lead to better patient care and a happier workforce. We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

Accessibility and Application Details

We collect information about protected characteristics to promote diversity and equal opportunities. The data collected supports us in building a Great Place to Work. Shortlisting may involve the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. We will ensure fair processing of such data in line with policy.

Flexible Working and Driving

As a flexible-working friendly organisation, we will discuss arrangements that fit both the needs of the service and your personal circumstances. Some roles may require mobility; many of our community-based positions require a full UK driving licence. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team for support.

Next Steps

See where you can go with KCHFT career pathways. If you have any questions, contact the Recruitment Team for guidance on the vacancy reference.