Specialist Clinical Pharmacist - Southampton, United Kingdom - University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

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Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Do you enjoy working clinically but not ready to specialise yet? Do you want to gain experience in a large teaching hospital learning from advanced level and consultant pharmacists? Due to new funding, we have a part-time opportunity on our highly regarded clinical pharmacy rotation, ideal for a pharmacist looking to develop a portfolio career.

We are looking for flexible and dedicated band 7 rotational clinical pharmacists. You will have the opportunity for development as you rotate through the available rotations and this role provides the ideal opportunity for you to work with specialist and consultant pharmacists while you decide where you would like to develop your own specialism.

UHS has one of the largest pharmacy departments in the country with over 300 staff and are nationally recognised for their innovation. The pharmacist team is made up of over 100 pharmacists: including over 50 qualified independent pharmacist prescribers and several consultant pharmacists and leading national experts.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job responsibilities

As a department we have a strong commitment to continuing professional development and training. The post-holder will be encouraged to work towards the new RPS core Advanced Practice Curriculum and have the opportunity to undertake further study ( MSc) in either clinical or management qualifications. We are also keen to support pharmacists developing as researchers and can offer support via the Southampton Pharmacy Research Centre. You will be supported by an established Medicines Management Service, a team of specialist pharmacists and an experienced lead care group pharmacist in each area.

What youll do1. To provide a clinical pharmacy service to the area that you have been assigned, with the opportunity to specialise and develop the service to your chosen To support the Senior Care Group Pharmacist in the provision of a specialist pharmacy There will be opportunities to undertake project work4. As a band 7 you will have the opportunity to supervise, teach and mentor the rotational band 6 and trainee pharmacists within each care The 9 month rotations available are:MedicineDuring your time with Medicine you will be welcomed into the team and given the opportunity to work in one of the following specialities; respiratory, gastro/hep, elderly care or AMU. Your responsibilities will include supporting ward rounds and attending multidisciplinary team meetings. NeurologyUHS is a tertiary referral centre for neurology and provides dedicated services to neurology, neuropsychology, neurophysiology and neurosurgery. During your rotation you will initially cover a neurosurgical ward, but later you may rotate to cover other specialities such as stroke and spinal. You will also encounter other neurological conditions during your rotation, such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinsons, myasthenia gravis, and other motor/sensory neuropathiesSurgeryYou will be expected to provide ward cover to a specific surgical area, ( maxillo-facial, lower/upper gastrointestinal). You will be given the opportunity to attend the morning ward round, attend a microbiology multidisciplinary ward round, undertake audit and perhaps contribute to writing guidelines. There will be opportunities to develop skills in nutrition support and intestinal failure working with the wider MDT.Critical CareThis rotation is the ideal introduction to Critical Care. You will spend time working with the consultant and very experienced Critical Care pharmacists and attending consultant lead multidisciplinary ward rounds. You will spend time on the Surgical High Dependency Unit and adult intensive care units and develop skills towards your advanced practice portfolio. CardiovascularWorking as part of the cardiovascular and thoracic care group pharmacy team you will gain experience in a variety of areas including cardiology, cardiac surgery, thoracic and vascular surgery and congenital heart disease. You will also have the opportunity to provide teaching to various health professionals, undertake audit and guideline developmentMicrobiologyThe microbiology rotation at UHS offers the opportunity to work as part of a highly respected team with links into the infection MDT. The rotation includes participation in antibiotic stewardship activities including: microbiology and infectious diseases ward rounds; guideline-writing; teaching; surveillance of prescribing and resistance trends; as well as audit & feedback.OncologyYou will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated oncology pharmacy with a team of pharmacists and technicians. Here you will be involved in all stages of the process from the initial screening of the prescription to checking the final item. Your role will also involve providing ward cover to one of our specialist oncology wards.Children's ServicesAs a large childrens hospital we have all the clinical specialities you would expect including critical care and oncology. You will receive a broad experience across different services providing ward cover and attending a relevant ward round.ManagementA part time opportunity will be available, in conjunction with a clinical rotation, supporting the Lead Pharmacist Operation and Supply Services to develop management and leadership skills and developing evidence for these competencies in the advanced practice curriculumDiabetes and EndocrineA new rotation, available in conjunction with a clinical rotation, supporting the Consultant Pharmacist in key patient safety themes.

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