Lead Pharmacist Controlled Drugs Band 8A

Jarrodean Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jarrodean Healthcare seeks an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to be the Lead Pharmacist for Controlled Drugs in Guernsey. This unique role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and excellent relocation benefits, while impacting healthcare practice across specialties. Enjoy living in Guernsey with its beautiful beaches and community services support.

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

Qualifications

• Qualified GPhC-registered Pharmacist required.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience including Controlled Drugs.
• Willing to complete postgraduate and Prescriber qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to the Chief Pharmacist and manage CD responsibilities.
• Deputise for the Chief Pharmacist when required.
• Liaise with various pharmacy and healthcare staff.

Skills

Clinical Audit

Engagement in Clinical Governance

Knowledge of CD Regulations

Education

GPhC Registration

Postgraduate Qualification

Non-Medical Prescriber Qualification

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 related to the management of CDs across all specialties in Guernsey.

Reporting to the Chief Pharmacist, you will:

1. Provide professional advice and expertise to the Accountable Officer (Chief Pharmacist) and the team.
2. Ensure the delivery of responsibilities related 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 other Pharmacy staff.
• Controlled Drug Licensing Officers.
• Management staff, external agencies, patient groups, and the 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 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/Public 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, with a population of 65,000, boasts some of Britain's finest beaches, a mild and sunny climate, and a historic harbour town in St. Peter's Port, the capital.

This unique integrated health service offers a range of services, including diagnosing and treating patients in the acute hospital complex and supporting the wider community. Their Pharmacy Services are supported by modern equipment and highly qualified Pharmacists and Healthcare Professionals.

Person requirements:

• Qualified GPhC-registered Pharmacist.
• At least three years of UK post-registration practice, including specific Controlled Drug experience.
• Broad knowledge of legal, ethical, and clinical implications of CD use.
• Engagement with and participation in clinical governance.
• Experience in Clinical Audit.
• Willingness to complete a postgraduate qualification and 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 private rental allowance.
• A continental lifestyle with friendly people and low crime.

For more information about Jarrodean and current roles, visit jarrodean.com.

If this role isn't suitable, remember we offer a £500 bonus for successful friend or colleague referrals.