Job summary

Are you an experienced pharmacist looking for a new challenge?

The Pharmacy Department at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust are seeking a passionate and ambitious pharmacist to develop their specialism within the field of acute and emergency medicine

You will be joining our large team of specialist clinical pharmacists supported by a clinical team that consists of more than 100 staff that is a combination of pharmacists, technicians and clinical assistants.

The post is patient focused where you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of acute management of a broad range of medical conditions

Through our excellent links with regional education, local universities and in-house training programmes, staff will have the opportunity to develop their prescribing, educational supervision and management skills.

The role is Trust wide with the expectation to travel to both Emergency departments at East Kent University Foundation Trust. The role will enable you to develop clinical skills and develop clinical knowledge from two busy Emergency Departments.

We are a Trust in the South East of the Country, all close to the seaside and gorgeous countryside but fast links into London & France.

Main duties of the job

To support the Advanced Pharmacists for Acute Medicine and Emergency Medicine to provide a safe and effective clinical pharmacy service. You will be actively encouraged to contribute towards on-going service development.

The post holder will participate as part of the multi-disciplinary team in Acute Medicine/Emergency Department to support consistent and effective medicines optimisation.

The post holder will also have a commitment to the core services such as dispensary cover, extended hours service on acute medical floor and on call as well as contributing to a comprehensive clinical pharmacy on the emergency floor

You will be encouraged to participate in audit, project work and completion of Non-Medical Prescribing.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700, also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide a patient focused clinical service Demonstrate and apply the principals of effective medicines optimisation as part of day to day activities To identify and address any medication safety concerns within their clinical area Effective contribution to the MDT to which the post holder is assigned as a clinical pharmacist To support and develop the clinical pharmacy service In all aspects of the role to follow legal, ethical, professional and employers codes of conduct. To undertake and propose clinical and service audits as needed. To undertake medication assessments / evaluations as required. To demonstrate a critical approach towards pharmacy practice in emergency medicine. To actively seek to improve the ward and clinical services provided. To be a practice supervisor for Foundation Pharmacists and Trainee Pharmacists as appropriate. To provide effective supervision of junior staff and provide effective feedback to them on their performance After suitable training to be an educational supervisor for pre-registration pharmacists. To contribute to training of other healthcare professionals including direct delivery of teaching as needed.

Person Specification

qualification

Essential

MRPharmS completed stage 1 of diploma or equivalent

Desirable

diploma practice supervisor Non-medical prescriber

Skills

Essential

Well developed interpersonal skills team work Organisational and prioritisation skills

Desirable

service improvement teaching

Experience

Essential

Experience in range of clinical specialities Undertaken audits and shown implementation of results Understanding of patient safety issues relevant to pharmacy services

Desirable

significant clinical experience

Knowledge

Essential

Clinical knowledge demonstrated through interventions recorded

Desirable

Demonstrate experience in a full range of clinical specialties

values

Essential

Demonstrates how practice promotes trust values Promote equality and value diversity