Jobs
>
Croydon

    Senior Rotational Clinical Pharmacist - Croydon, United Kingdom - Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

    Default job background
    Permanent
    Description

    Job summary

    Senior Clinical Pharmacist

    Band 7 ( Full-time + EDC)

    An exciting opportunity has arisen at Croydon Health Services (CHS) for a dedicated and organised pharmacist to support the clinical pharmacy services team. Our Pharmacy Services are highly respected and our staff work closely with multi-disciplinary teams.

    The successful applicant will have previous hospital pharmacy experience, having provided clinical services to a variety of clinical environments. You will join a team of dynamic, senior, rotational pharmacists, gaining valuable experience across a number of clinical areas (for example, medicine, surgery and critical care, antibiotics, high cost drugs and oncology and technical services).

    Under the guidance of your lead directorate pharmacist, you will be introduced to core directorate activities of reporting and analysis of medicines expenditure, clinical governance and risk management. You will be responsible for co-developing pharmacy services and providing professional cover and training to junior pharmacists.

    We were one of the first Trusts in London to launch electronic prescribing and administration for inpatients and outpatients and are continuing to develop the system. We work closely across the interface to deliver innovative work to improve the quality of patient care and experience across the primary/secondary care boundary.

    To discuss the role further or arrange a visit please contact

    Interview Date - TBC

    Main duties of the job

    The post holder will provide a Clinical Pharmacy service to a defined specialty on a rotational basis. They will deputise for the Lead Directorate Pharmacist in the delivery of the directorate responsibilities and duties and will assist in providing and maintaining a safe and efficient pharmaceutical service to a cohort of patients in accordance with Trust policies. They will support and supervise less experienced pharmacists on rotation. They will deliver, develop and evaluate specialist clinical pharmacy services in accordance with the objectives set by their section lead. Each rotation has been designed to develop clinical, specialist and leadership skills, ensuring the development of a well-rounded and capable pharmacist.

    Rotations may include:

  • Acute and General Medicine (incl. AMU, Cardiology, HIV, gastroenterology)
  • Surgery and Critical Care
  • Infectious Diseases / OPAT
  • Medicines Information
  • High Cost Drugs
  • Technical Services (incl. Chemotherapy and TPN)
  • Community Services (Integrated Community Network Medicines Optimisation Service)
  • About us

    Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity

    Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital

    Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development

    If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    ** ***Please see the Job Description and the Person Specification for more details on the jobs responsibilities *****

    Person Specification

    EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Essential

  • Pharmacy Degree MRPharmS
  • Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
  • Candidate must be Registered with GPhC
  • Evidence of commitment to CPD and maintains an up to date CPD portfolio
  • Desirable

  • MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent.
  • Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
  • Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
  • Non -medical prescriber
  • KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

    Essential

  • Good knowledge of pharmacy practice.
  • Good working knowledge of National Policy and guidelines (incl NICE guidance) applicable to the different specialties.
  • Awareness of current NHS issues including national and local priorities.
  • Demonstrates an awareness of interface issues.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge risk management
  • Desirable

  • Familiarity with word- processing, powerpoint and spreadsheet software.
  • Understanding of current Medicines Management issues.
  • EXPERIENCE

    Essential

  • Post graduate experience in hospital pharmacy.
  • Experience of pharmacist co-ordinated discharge medication, patient medication history taking, and one stop dispensing
  • Experience of supervising and training staff.
  • Experience of working on general medical wards, stroke and elderly care wards
  • Experience of drug therapy review, audit projects, evaluation of clinical studies and formulation of guidelines and protocols
  • Experience of providing medicines information
  • Experience of working in an out of hours service
  • Desirable

  • Accredited tutor for certificate in clinical pharmacy practice / diploma course
  • Previous experience with JAC computer system
  • Experience of conducting / being involved with quality improvement
  • Experience of working in Paediatrics and / or with high cost drug
  • SKILLS / ABILITIES

    Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Good communication skills - both verbal and written.
  • Good organisation and time-management skills
  • Clinical pharmacy skills at Diploma level.
  • Capacity to work calmly under pressure.
  • Ability to organise and motivate oneself and others efficiently.
  • Professional manner
  • Ability to work independently and in a team as necessary
  • Good time management skills and the ability to work to agreed deadlines.
  • Ability to demonstrate how Trust and personal values are applied to working practice
  • Desirable

  • Managerial and leadership ability.

  • BSR Health Recruitment Ltd

    Clinical Pharmacist

    23 hours ago


    BSR Health Recruitment Ltd Hounslow, United Kingdom Full time

    Clinical Pharmacist · £50,000-£60,000 · Hounslow · Are you a skilled pharmacist with a passion for patient care and improving medicines management? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a friendly and growing GP Surgery team as a GP Practice Pharmacist. · Working ...


  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health Romford, United Kingdom

    Are you a Clinical Pharmacist and looking for a new opportunity? Hunter AHP Resourcing have an amazing locum opportunity for a clinical pharmacist to join an NHS hospital service in East London/Essex · Our client is currently seeking a wards based Pharmacist. The clinical duties ...

  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health

    Clinical Pharmacist

    1 week ago


    Hunter AHP & Mental Health Surrey, United Kingdom

    Are you looking for an opportunity to become a Clinical Pharmacist within an NHS Hospital? Hunter AHP Resourcing have an amazing locum opportunity for a pharmacist to join an NHS hospital service in Surrey and you do not need Hospital experience. · Our client is currently seeking ...

  • Sanctuary Personnel

    Clinical Pharmacist

    1 week ago


    Sanctuary Personnel Maidstone, United Kingdom

    Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 300 reviews is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Pharmacist to take on a new locum role. · **Pharmacist Pay Rate**: £30 - £40 per hour (assignment ra ...


  • Leaders In Care Recruitment Ltd London, United Kingdom Full time

    We are looking for a Senior Clinical Pharmacist with Hospital experience to join a collaborative Pharmacy team in a London based Hospital. This full-time role comes with a salary of up to £66,000 and many excellent benefits including a £5,000 welcome bonus (T&Cs Apply). · As a Se ...


  • JP MEDICALS RECRUITMENT Croydon, United Kingdom

    Job Description · Overview · JP Medicals Recruitment, a leading NHS healthcare recruitment agency is currently recruiting a dedicated Clinical Pharmacists HCPC registration to work in regular and flexible shifts at Croydon Healthcare Services · Enjoy working with a leading recrui ...


  • JP MEDICALS RECRUITMENT Croydon, United Kingdom

    Overview · JP Medicals Recruitment, a leading NHS healthcare recruitment agency is currently recruiting a dedicated Clinical Pharmacists HCPC registration to work in regular and flexible shifts at Croydon Healthcare Services · Enjoy working with a leading recruitment agency with ...


  • Evolve Selection Limited Walton-On-Thames, United Kingdom Full time

    Evolve is supporting the recruitment for a brand-new opportunity to join a Primary Care Network in Surrey as a Clinical Pharmacist, on an initial 2-year fixed term contract with the view to go permanent in the future. · Our client is looking for an experienced Clinical Pharmacist ...


  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health London, United Kingdom

    **Band 6 Aseptics/Clinical Trials Pharmacist - Sutton area in Greater London - training provided** · Hunter AHP Resourcing have a brilliant full-time locum opportunity based with a revered NHS service in the Sutton/South London area. The service is looking for a Pharmacist with n ...


  • Talentspa Guildford, United Kingdom

    _Clinical Trials Pharmacist_ · **Location: Guildford & Winchester** · **Salary: £30 per hour** · **Hours: Contract** · **Benefits package** · **About the Company** · Our client is a pioneering brain and mind clinic specializing in the diagnosis, assessments and care of people wit ...

  • Medical Staffing

    Clinical Pharmacist

    4 days ago


    Medical Staffing Plaistow and Sundridge, United Kingdom Permanent, Contract, Temporary, Part time

    We have partnered with a cutting-edge healthcare partnership and training practice in South-East London. They have a list size of approx. 21,000 patients and are dedicated to improving patient services and training and developing clinicians for the future. They are actively seeki ...


  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health London, United Kingdom

    **Band 8a Clinical Trials Pharmacist - South London area** · Hunter AHP Resourcing have a fantastic locum opportunity based with an NHS service in the South London area. The service are looking for a GPhC-registered Pharmacist with prior clinical trials experience to join the dep ...


  • Piers Meadows Recruitment London, United Kingdom

    **Location - The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, London** · **Salary - Competitive + Bonus and Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)** · **Working hours · - Monday - Friday ( 9am - 3pm). You may also be required to work a S ...


  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health London, United Kingdom

    **Locum Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist - Central London** · Hunter AHP Resourcing have an opportunity based with an revered NHS service in the Central London area. The post is for a Band 7 Pharmacist to join on the medical division on a full-time locum basis. The service are looking ...

  • Pertemps Medical Professionals

    Clinical Pharmacist

    1 week ago


    Pertemps Medical Professionals Lewisham, Greater London, United Kingdom Part time

    BAND 7 Pharmacist · Pertemps Medical Professionals are sourcing GPhC Registered Pharmacists. · We currently have a variety of part-time, flexible hour rotas available that complement the full time locum and permanent roles that we are currently recruiting for in the South Londo ...


  • Hunter AHP & Mental Health London, United Kingdom

    **Band 8a Independent Prescriber Clinical Pharmacist - Central London** · Hunter AHP Resourcing have an excellent opportunity with an esteemed NHS service in the Central London area. The trust in question is looking for a Pharmacist with extensive clinical hospital experience & a ...

  • Spencer Clarke Group

    Clinical Pharmacist

    23 hours ago


    Spencer Clarke Group City of Westminster, United Kingdom Contract, Full time

    Please take advantage of our referral scheme that offers up to £250 for each successful referral* · We are currently supporting a public sector client who are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to support their Supply Resilience Team in Central London. You'll be responsible for provid ...

  • Hunter AHP Resourcing

    Clinical Pharmacist

    5 days ago


    Hunter AHP Resourcing London, United Kingdom Contract, Full time

    Clinical Pharmacist - Band 7 - NHS Hospital - Central London · Hunter AHP Resourcing have a locum opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join an NHS hospital in Central London. · The team are seeking a wards based Pharmacist to join their department ASAP. Duties will be across ...


  • Day Webster Camden, United Kingdom

    **Specialty: LocumClinical Pharmacist (Private Hospital)** · **Start Date:ASAP** · **End Date**: Ongoing · **Location**: Central London · **Hours**: Full Time hours p/w · **Required**: GPhC Registration & UK Hospital Experience · Day Webster are currently recruiting for a **Locum ...

  • North Harlow PCN

    Clinical Pharmacist

    4 days ago


    North Harlow PCN London, United Kingdom

    Job Description · Company Description · Surgery in Harlow Essex · Role Description · This is a part-time on-site role as a Clinical Pharmacist located in Harlow(Essex). As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to patients in a clinical ...