Dedicated Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care Required – Apply now

jobs pharmaguidelines; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Warrington seeks a Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care to enhance patient services by developing guidelines and conducting research. The role involves expert advice to healthcare professionals, training sessions, and managing clinical treatments. Ideal candidates will have a pharmacy degree and experience in critical care. Competitive salary of £50,952 to £57,349 per year with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with advanced knowledge in critical care settings.
• Experience in developing clinical protocols and conducting research.
• Ability to provide training to medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Utilize specialized knowledge to improve patient care.
• Develop clinical guidelines and conduct audits.
• Provide training on medication management.

Skills

Specialist knowledge in critical care

Clinical guideline development

Medication management

Pharmaceutical advice

Training and education delivery

Education

Pharmacy degree

Job description

Job Details

• Posting Date: 13 June 2024
• Salary: £50,952.00 to £57,349.00 per year
• Additional Salary Information: £50,952.00 – £57,349.00 a year
• Hours: Full time
• Closing Date: 07 July 2024
• Location: Warrington, WA5 1QG
• Company: NHS Jobs
• Job Type: Contract
• Job Reference: C9370-CSS8aPHA-7843-C

We are seeking a dedicated Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care to join our team. This role involves applying advanced specialist knowledge in critical care settings, contributing significantly to the development and implementation of clinical services. Your expertise will enhance patient care through the development of protocols, conducting research, and ensuring the cost-effective use of medications.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Expertise

• Utilize highly specialized knowledge to improve patient care in critical care settings.
• Develop and implement clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Conduct audits and research to ensure best practices in pharmaceutical care.

Leadership and Education

• Provide expert pharmaceutical advice to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Deliver training and educational sessions on medication management to pharmacy staff, nurses, doctors, and medical students.
• Act as a non-medical prescriber, managing clinical treatments and medications for assigned patients.

Operational Duties

• Conduct risk assessments as required by the Principal Pharmacist(s).
• In the absence of the Principal Pharmacist(s), organise or update the weekly service coverage schedule.
• Address senior-level issues as the most senior pharmacist on site when necessary.

Continuous Professional Development

• Engage in training to maintain and enhance clinical and technical expertise.
• Contribute to the expansion of pharmaceutical services at Warrington Hospital, Halton Hospital, and other facilities served by the Pharmacy Department.

If you are passionate about advancing pharmaceutical care in a critical care environment and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. For further details, please refer to the full job description.