Specialist Nutrition and Intestinal Failure Pharmacist

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Specialist Nutrition and Intestinal Failure Pharmacist to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical skills while working in a nationally designated specialist center. You will be involved in advising on medicines management, participating in inpatient ward rounds, and providing teaching to healthcare professionals. The position promises a supportive environment for professional growth, all within the vibrant and historic city of Oxford, known for its rich culture and scenic surroundings. If you are passionate about nutrition and patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in advising on medicines management for nutrition support patients.
• Ability to participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Advise on medicines management for nutrition support patients.
• Participate in daily inpatient PN ward rounds across hospital sites.
• Act as a non-medical prescriber for PN patients.

Skills

Clinical Knowledge in Nutrition

Medicines Management

Non-Medical Prescribing

Patient Liaison

Teaching Skills

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Postgraduate Qualification in Nutrition

Job description

Specialist Nutrition and Intestinal Failure Pharmacist

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This role is ideal for a pharmacist interested in Nutrition and Intestinal Failure within a nationally designated specialist centre. It offers opportunities to develop clinical knowledge and skills while working with a motivated multidisciplinary team for both inpatients and homecare patients.

Key duties include:

1. Advising on medicines management for nutrition support patients.
2. Participating in daily inpatient PN ward rounds across hospital sites (mainly Churchill and John Radcliffe).
3. Liaising with nursing and medical staff for vascular access device insertion.
4. Acting as a non-medical prescriber for PN patients.
5. Supporting nutrition MDT meetings for inpatients and outpatients.
6. Providing advice on home PN management to the nutrition team, hospital staff, and patients.
7. Liaising with external providers for homecare PN services.
8. Reporting and investigating adverse incidents related to nutrition support.
9. Assisting in financial and commissioning reporting for the intestinal failure service.
10. Participating in relevant groups such as SHIFNET, BPNG, or others related to PN provision.
11. Providing teaching on PN to pharmacy, nursing, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals.

At OUH, we pride ourselves on excellence in pharmacy services and clinical care, offering a supportive environment for your wellbeing and professional growth. The team provides extensive pharmaceutical services across various specialties and collaborates with clinical, academic, and division colleagues to foster skill development.

Oxford offers a unique, vibrant city life with rich history, architecture, and culture, situated near the scenic Oxfordshire countryside and Cotswolds. It is well-connected by train and bus to London and Heathrow for travel and exploration.

For more information or informal visits, contact:
Name: Peter Austin
Job title: Consultant Pharmacist
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]