Outpatient Pharmacist - Sunday (maternity cover)

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust; City Of London; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacist for Sunday maternity cover. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the Pharmacy, processing A&E prescriptions and supporting the pharmacy team in providing excellent patient care. Ideal candidates are GPhC registered pharmacists with experience in busy environments. Competitive salary with added benefits including training and professional support.

Benefits

Competitive salary including premium rates

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified UK Pharmacist with at least one year post qualification experience.
• Experience of working in an outpatient pharmacy setting.
• Demonstrable commitment to CPD and a member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective patient care in line with hospital policy.
• Provide a range of exceptional professional pharmacy services.
• Lead a small dynamic team processing outpatient prescriptions.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Good clinical skills

Strong ability to multi-task

Confidence in using clinical resources

Education

GPhC registered pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification such as Clinical Pharmacy diploma

Tools

JAC pharmacy computer system

Prescription tracking systems

Job description

Outpatient Pharmacist - Sunday (maternity cover)

We have a vacancy for this exciting new venture, and are looking to recruit a Pharmacist. You will be supported through a comprehensive induction and training programme to ensure you are confident in your new role. This role is suitable for experienced hospital Pharmacists as well as newly qualified Pharmacists and community based Pharmacists who are looking to get hospital and Outpatient Pharmacy exposure. You will be responsible for the safe and smooth running of the Pharmacy during your Sunday shift processing mainly A&E prescriptions as well as occasional Outpatient clinic prescriptions. You will be supported by a small team of highly skilled and motivated Pharmacy assistants.

Who are we looking for

You will ideally have experience of working in a busy community or hospital pharmacy and be able to demonstrate exceptional communication and caring skills, along with confidence and the ability to question. You will be a GPhC registered pharmacist with at least two years post registration experience and will be highly motivated, passionate and able to work as part of our small high-performing team.

Main duties of the job

Please see attached job description for a complete overview.

The focus of your role will be as Responsible Pharmacist, ensure safe and effective patient care is provided in line with hospital policy and national guidelines. You will be part of a small but dynamic Sunday Pharmacy team who processes around 50 outpatient prescriptions in addition to assisting patients with the sale of OTC lines.

About us

Whittington Pharmacy is a vibrant state of the art workspace based in an enviable location within The Whittington Hospital, North London. Our aim is to provide the very best, efficient, safe and friendly service, tailored to the needs of our customers.

We are a Community Interest Company, wholly owned by Whittington Health NHS Trust, which means that our business is designed to make a real difference to our local community. Any profits we do make are reinvested into services for Whittington Health, to help local people live longer and healthier lives by providing safe, personal, coordinated care for the community we serve.

Please note that this post does not fall under NHS Agenda for Change as Whittington Pharmacy is a Community Interest Company

Job responsibilities

Your role Work with real purpose

The focus of your role will be as Responsible Pharmacist, provide support to the Superintendent Pharmacist/Managing Director and the rest of the rest of the pharmacy team. You will help in ensuring a high quality patient and customer experience is maintained, providing personalised solutions to help people lead healthier lives this is work with real purpose.

You will be responsible for the provision of a range of exceptional professional pharmacy services and would be expected to help develop and drive forward services to meet the needs of our patients, staff and the local community.

Who are we looking for Passionate people

You will ideally have experience of working in a busy community or hospital pharmacy and be able to demonstrate exceptional communication and caring skills. You will be a GPhC registered pharmacist and will be highly motivated, passionate and able to work as part of our small high-performing team.

Join Us Benefits and rewards to recognise you and your potential

Competitive salary which includes premium Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday rates, pension, generous holiday in addition to professional support and training opportunities.

When we welcome you on board to our team we do so with the intention of helping you grow and develop your skills.

Person Specification

Functional requirements

• Qualified UK Pharmacist with at least one year post qualification experience
• Clean DBS or able to pass one when required
• Fluent written and spoken English including good numeracy
• Experience of working in outpatient Pharmacy setting
• Experience of using JAC pharmacy computer system

Skills/Abilities

• Good clinical skills
• Strong communication skills - must be able to recognise and overcome barriers to understanding e.g. language, deaf, learning difficulties
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritise, plan and organise
• Confident in use of clinical resources - BNF/BNFC and EMC

Educational & Professional

• Registered with the GPhC with no adverse Fitness to Practice record
• Experience of acting as Responsible Pharmacist in a dispensary
• Demonstrable commitment to CPD and a member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
• Post graduate qualification such as a Clinical Pharmacy diploma
• Experience of using prescription tracking systems
• Experience of working in an automated dispensary environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£34.37 to £42.23 a yearPer Annum (Pro Rata) Including HCAS