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Hedena Health Ltd rPaUeGTB

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a clinical pharmacist to join our incredibly friendly practice, based in Oxfordshire.

You will be working solely for Hedena health and join our existing team of two pharmacists. As a practice we are innovative and forward thinking and determined to deliver the best care to our patients. Here you will find ample opportunities to grow, obtain additional skills, diversify your working day and progress through the organisation. You will be supervised regularly and continuously supported by our senior clinical pharmacist and GP line manager.

Competitive salary offered, negotiable depending on experience and skill set. Six weeks annual leave per year with one week study leave plus your birthday off each year.

Wellbeing is at the forefront of our workplace strategy. This is promoted through initiatives such as daily coffee for clinicians in our well stocked coffee room or our lovely outdoor Quad, an annual Away Day, fresh fruit deliveries, staff outings, bike to work scheme, homemade cakes and a Hedena running club.

The pharmacist will work as part of the multidisciplinary team in:

Assisting patients with medication related problems and queries
Providing support to general practice staff in relation to repeat prescriptions and medication queries
Working with the prescribing team on safety and quality of the practice prescribing
Medicines reconciliation including requests for new medication on (e.g. on discharge summaries/outpatient letters) and reviewing repeat medications for newly registered patients
Support with completing necessary training such as independent prescribing if not already qualified
Scope to further develop skills in areas of interest e.g. respiratory, diabetes, minor illness
Carry out structured medication reviews for all patient cohorts
Undertake clinical audit to support patient care and safety
Participate in contracts related work helping the practice to achieve targets for QOF, IIF and the prescribing incentive scheme
Assist with chronic disease diagnosis, management and reviews (e.g. hypertension, diabetes, CKD, hypercholesterolaemia) subject to experience and training

About us
Role Outline
The pharmacist will work as part of the multidisciplinary team in
Patient facing roles - assisting with medication related problems and queries
Staff facing roles - providing support to general practice staff in relation to repeat prescriptions and medication queries
Prescribing team roles- working with the prescribing team on safety and quality of the practice prescribing
Practice supervision
Every month each pharmacist will have blocked time for supervision provided by the senior clinical pharmacist
Day-to-day supervision will be provided by the senior clinical pharmacist or the practitioner leading the acute hub (if pharmacist is trained in minor illness)
Additional support and training provided by GP line manager
Specific Duties
The working day will be 9 hours, with 30 minutes for lunch as well as 45 minutes for coffee (30 minutes AM session and 15 minutes PM session). The morning will be from 08:30 to 13.00 and the afternoon from 13.30 to 17.30.
A typical day (when all pharmacists are in) will be structured as follows:
1st half - Two hours blocked for dealing with repeat prescription requests (where the admin team have been unable to issue the prescriptions due to alerts or because the medication is out of date/authorisations). The rest of the session involves routine appointments (e.g. pre-booked medication reviews) or reviewing blood test results (subject to training blood tests ordered by the pharmacists e.g. for DOAC/DMARD monitoring or diabetes reviews)
2nd half Routine appointments e.g. for pre-booked medication reviews. Depending on experience and skill set, sessions may be allocated solely for chronic disease reviews e.g. diabetes. One pharmacist is allocated an entire session to work off the triage list (subject to training) actioning quick wins or urgent tasks and allocating routine appointments where necessary (e.g. for routine medication reviews which cannot be done from remote review of notes)
One session a week blocked for contracts related work. Admin sessions also provided to work on audits.
If trained in minor illness pharmacists may be allocated sessions to work on the acute list seeing or calling patients with acute illnesses seeking same day medical attention. Sessions supervised by the emergency practitioner leading the session.
There will also be ad hoc meetings with the prescribing lead on practice prescribing issues to be agreed in advance

Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.

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To work as a pharmacist in the UK, you'll need a combination of educational qualifications, professional skills, and certain personal attributes. Here are the key skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications

1. Degree in Pharmacy: You must complete a Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree, which is typically a four-year course.

2. Pre-registration Training: After completing your MPharm, you'll need to undertake a one-year pre-registration training placement, which provides practical experience.

3. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC): You must pass the GPhC registration exam and be registered to practice as a pharmacist in the UK.

Key Skills

1. Clinical Knowledge: A strong understanding of pharmacology, therapeutics, and the science of drugs is essential.

2. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for interacting effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.

3. Interpersonal Skills: Being approachable and empathetic is important for building trust with patients and providing care.

4. Analytical Skills: You should be able to assess patients’ health needs, analyze information, and make informed decisions regarding medication therapy.

5. Attention to Detail: Accuracy in dispensing medications and understanding prescriptions is crucial to avoid errors that could harm patients.

6. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to address and resolve issues that may arise in patient care or medication management.

7. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills are essential for managing time effectively, especially in busy pharmacy settings.

8. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential.

9. Computer Literacy: Familiarity with pharmacy software and the ability to use technology effectively for record-keeping and communication.

Personal Attributes

- Integrity and Ethical Judgment: Adhering to professional standards and exhibiting ethical behavior in all aspects of your work.

- Compassion and Patience: Being patient and understanding towards patients, especially when they have questions or concerns about their medications.

- Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changes in the healthcare environment, medications, and patient needs.

- Continuous Learning: A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on new medications, treatments, and regulations.

Regulatory Knowledge

- Familiarity with laws and regulations related to pharmacy practice in the UK, including the Misuse of Drugs Act and the Medicines Act.

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