Lead Pharmacist Controlled Drugs Band 8A

Jarrodean Healthcare Recruitment; Daliburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare consultancy invites applications for the role of Lead Pharmacist, Controlled Drugs, in Guernsey. This position entails significant responsibilities related to the management of controlled drugs. The successful candidate will benefit from a high salary, a bonus, and relocation support, living in a beautiful location with a vibrant community.

Benefits

Higher-than-UK salary

Annual bonus of £1,605

Flat rate 20% income tax

No Council tax or VAT

Relocation payment of £5,000

On-site Staff Accommodation

Generous allowance for private rental

Qualifications

• At least three years UK post-registration practice experience.
• Broad knowledge of the legal, ethical, clinical implications of CD use.
• Participation in clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to the Chief Pharmacist on controlled drugs.
• Ensure safe management of controlled drugs across specialties.
• Deputise for the Accountable Officer when required.

Skills

Clinical Audit

Clinical Governance

Knowledge of Controlled Drugs

Education

Qualified GPhC-registered Pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification (willingness to complete)

Non-medical Prescriber qualification (willingness to complete)

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably experienced Clinical Pharmacists to join the Hospital Pharmacy team as Lead Pharmacist, Controlled Drugs within the major health facility on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.

This post will impact practice relating to the management of CDs in all specialties across Guernsey. Reporting to the Chief Pharmacist, you will:

1. Provide professional advice and expertise to the Accountable Officer (Chief Pharmacist) and the associated team.
2. Ensure the delivery of the Accountable Officer’s responsibilities in relation to the safe management of controlled drugs.
3. Deputise for the Accountable Officer when required.

You will liaise with:

• Prescribing Support Unit Pharmacists, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Associate Director for Pharmacy, Head and Lead Pharmacy Technicians, and all other Pharmacy staff.
• Controlled Drug Licensing Officers.
• Management staff, external agencies, patient groups, Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Medical, Nursing, and Pharmacy staff in primary and secondary care.
• Members of the MDAG (Medicines Drug Advisory Group).

Please note: Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system but has applied its own salary scale. The Guernsey Band 8A salary range from 1st Jan is £70,723 to £84,752 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements (36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/Bank Holidays). Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days, with full credit for NHS service for annual and sick leave.

The island of Guernsey has a population of 65,000, some of Britain's finest beaches, a mild and sunny climate, and a historic harbour town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.

This integrated health service offers a range of services including acute hospital care and community support. The Pharmacy Services provide excellent service, supported by modern equipment and highly qualified healthcare professionals.

Person requirements:

• Qualified GPhC-registered Pharmacist.
• At least three years UK post-registration practice experience, including specific Controlled Drug experience.
• Broad knowledge of the legal, ethical, and clinical implications of CD use.
• Evidence of engagement with and participation in clinical governance.
• Experience in Clinical Audit.
• Willingness to complete a postgraduate qualification.
• Willingness to complete a non-medical Prescriber qualification.

The benefits of working in Guernsey include:

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• An ongoing annual bonus of £1,605.
• A flat rate 20% income tax.
• No Council tax or VAT.
• A relocation payment of £5,000.*
• On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental.*
• A continental lifestyle with friendly people and low crime rates.

*Full T&C in relocation directive.

For an insight into Jarrodean as a consultancy and a summary of all current roles, visit jarrodean.com

If this role is not for you, remember we offer a generous £500 bonus for successful friend or colleague referrals.