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Rotational Clinical Pharmacist inWirral inWirral PUBLISHED THU 16 JAN 2025

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
24-HOUR NHS ON-CALL WEEKEND

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Diverse training opportunities through a rotational programme across various clinical specialities, enhancing breadth of experience.
Comprehensive induction and local training programme supporting professional development and confidence in the role.
Encouragement and support to pursue a well-regarded Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy, furthering career advancement.
Active involvement in providing a high-quality, patient-centered pharmacy service which is integral to patient care.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical team, fostering strong professional relationships.
Participation in a collaborative recruitment process with multiple trusts, providing a streamlined and efficient entry into the profession.
Opportunity to deliver educational support and training to nursing staff and patients, contributing to community health education and awareness.
The Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking motivated pharmacists for the role of Rotational Clinical Pharmacist, offering a dynamic training program within their Clinical Pharmacy Team. This position involves providing ward-based pharmacy support across various clinical specialties, ensuring safe and effective medication use. The trust emphasises a commitment to professional development, providing a comprehensive induction, local training, and encouraging enrollment in a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy.

Candidates, including current trainees, are welcomed to apply, with prior hospital experience not being essential since extensive training is provided. The role demands strong self-motivation, organisation, and excellent communication skills, as pharmacists will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient-centered services, training nursing staff and patients, and offering pharmaceutical advice to clinicians. Additionally, the position includes a 24-hour on-call service to address patients' pharmaceutical care needs.

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Useful skills for a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist:
Working as a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist in the UK requires a combination of education, clinical skills, and personal qualities. Here are the key skills and qualifications you will need:
Educational Background:
1. Pharmacy Degree: A recognized undergraduate degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or MPharm) is essential.
2. Pre-registration Training: Completion of a one-year pre-registration training in a suitable pharmacy setting.
Qualifications:
1. GPhC Registration: You must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) to practice as a pharmacist in the UK.
2. Postgraduate Qualifications: While not always required, pursuing further qualifications (e.g., Clinical Pharmacy MSc, Independent Prescribing Course) can enhance your knowledge and skills.
Clinical Skills:
1. Medication Management: Understanding pharmacotherapy, including appropriate prescribing, monitoring, and managing drug therapies.
2. Patient Assessment: Skills in conducting patient assessments to evaluate medication needs and outcomes.
3. Clinical Decision-Making: Ability to make informed decisions based on clinical guidelines and patient-centered care.
Communication Skills:
1. Patient Interaction: Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, addressing their needs and concerns.
2. Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Analytical Skills:
1. Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical data and scientific literature effectively.
2. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot medication-related issues and provide solutions rapidly.
Organizational Skills:
1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently in a busy clinical environment.
2. Record Keeping: Competency in maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Adaptability:
1. Learning Agility: Willingness to learn and adapt to various clinical settings as a rotational pharmacist, which could include different specialties and departments.
Professionalism:
1. Ethical Practice: Commitment to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality.
2. Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in lifelong learning and professional development to stay current with pharmacy practices and emerging therapies.
Specialty Knowledge:
1. Therapeutic Areas: Familiarity with specific therapeutic areas (e.g., cardiology, oncology, geriatrics) can be beneficial for certain rotations.
 


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