Rotational Clinical Pharmacist - Band 6 to Band 7 Progression

The Hillingdon Hospital; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded postgraduate diploma in药学

Fully funded Independent Prescribing (

IP post-diploma support

Access to training and development

NHS Pension Scheme

Job summary

The Hillingdon Hospital is seeking a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist (Band 6 to Band 7 progression). You will join a structured senior pharmacist rotation, carrying out departmental and ward-based duties, and act as the lead pharmacist within the clinical specialty.

The role involves contributing to medicines management initiatives and service development within the Trust. There is a band progression opportunity from Band 6 to Band 7, with a salary in the NHS band 6–7 range and funded

Qualifications

• Experienced pharmacist with proven clinical skills.
• Ability to ensure medicines legislation compliance.
• Experience in ward-based duties and departmental tasks.
• Capability to lead the pharmacist within a clinical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with medicines legislation.
• Provide medication to patients in a safe and legal manner.
• Work independently and discuss issues with peers and seniors.
• Be the lead pharmacist within the clinical specialty on rotation.
• Participate in delivery of clinical pharmacy service and medicines management initiatives.
• Assist in planning and development of services and financial reporting.
• Provide professional and managerial support to the Pharmacist Team Leader.
• Be competent in all aspects of the Pharmacy service, ward or department based.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Ward-based care

Medicines management

Lead pharmacist

Job description

Rotational Clinical Pharmacist - Band 6 to Band 7 Progression

Company:

Company: The Hillingdon Hospital

Salary: £45,953 - £62,652 per annum (incl. of HCAA)

A Vacancy at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

*Band 6 to Band 7 progression opportunity*

Job summary

The post holder will be an experienced pharmacist who will, within the structured senior pharmacist rotation, undertake departmental as well as ward-based duties. He/she will

• Ensure compliance with medicines legislation.
• Provide medication to patients in a safe and legal manner.
• Work independently but be able to discuss issues with peer group and senior colleagues.
• Be the lead pharmacist within the clinical speciality on rotation.
• Actively participate in the delivery of the clinical pharmacy service and medicines management initiatives within the speciality and the Trust.
• Assist in the planning and development of these services within the speciality and in the provision of financial reports to the Divisions.
• Professionally and managerially support to the Pharmacist Team Leader.
• Be competent in and participate in any aspect of the Pharmacy service, be it ward or department based.

Please refer to the job description

About the Pharmacy Department:

The Pharmacy Department provides a reliable and quality patient-centred service with empathy, enthusiasm, and commitment. It prides itself in being forward-thinking and keeping pace with changes in medicines optimisation and technology. We are well respected throughout the hospital and have a close working relationship with clinical teams. We also have a high level of commitment to staff development and actively encourage all staff to share their expertise to enhance the performance of the department.

Benefits of working with us:

• Opportunity to complete a fully funded postgraduate diploma in pharmacy practice. Other diplomas can be supported too.
• Opportunity to complete a fully funded Independent Prescribing course (IP). Band 7 Pharmacists' post-diploma will be supported in completing their IP.
• Access to further training and development opportunities as a rotational pharmacist.
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) if you are new to the NHS, progressing to 33 days (plus bank holidays).
• Onsite nursery that welcomes all children, aged between six weeks to five years, including those with special needs. Opening times are 7:00 to 18:00. Staff discounted rates are offered on fees.
• Access to Trust health and wellbeing initiatives -- financial wellbeing, the Trust Wellbeing Hub, and Employee Assistance Programme. Trained Mental Health First Aiders available onsite.
• Access to exclusive benefits for you and your family, including NHS discounts at various retailers, restaurants, and leisure facilities.
• Occupational Health Department which promotes and protects the physical and psychological wellbeing of all employees at the Trust.
• A variety of staff networks -- LGBTQ+ Network, Multicultural Network, Disability and Wellbeing Network, Nepalese Network, Women's Empowerment Network, Menopause Support Group.
• NHS Pension Scheme -- providing a range of benefits, including life insurance.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Both band 6 and band 7 Job Description and Person Specification have been provided for information.

Please note that advert may close early due to high volume of applications.