Rotational Clinical Pharmacist Band 6 to 7 Progression Path inCarshalton & Epsom inCarshalton & Epsom PUBLISHED WED 6 NOV 2024

Band 6: £42,939 to £58,544 a year p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Outer) PERMANENT
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Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust rOekQKI9

Structured progression pathway from Band 6 to Band 7, ensuring career development.

Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience through rotations across various specialties.

Access to funded clinical diplomas after initial tenure, enhancing professional qualifications.

Engagement in a supportive team environment with specialist and generalist clinical pharmacists.

Involvement in a service redesign that focuses on patient-centered care and effective multidisciplinary collaboration.

Hands-on experience with electronic prescribing, aligning with modern healthcare practices.

The role promotes a high level of job satisfaction through clinical responsibility and patient interaction.

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Band 6 Rotational Clinical Pharmacist, with a progression pathway to Band 7. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team of pharmacists and pharmacy staff, providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services tailored to patient needs. The role offers diverse clinical rotations and development opportunities, including potential funded clinical diplomas after an initial period. Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills, be highly motivated, and have a patient-centered approach, while also being prepared for late duty, weekend, and on-call responsibilities. The Trust is particularly interested in recruiting registered pharmacists and trainee pharmacists who will qualify by summer 2024.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated individuals to join our teams as a band 6 rotational clinical pharmacist on a progression pathway to becoming a band 7 clinical pharmacist,. As an organisation and department we are committed to the development and retention of our staff, which is why we want to invest in this new progression role.

You will join a team of specialist and generalist clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants in delivering a comprehensive and efficient pharmaceutical service, aligned to the needs of patients and service users. Experience will be gained through completion of a diverse range of clinical rotations, and supplemental development tasks.

It is an exciting time to join the department as we are reviewing the pharmacy service we want to provide, and making adjustments to roles so that we can deliver an effective service built around the needs of patients and working closely with the multidisciplinary teams on the wards. This will greatly enhance the knowledge and skills of our team and improve job satisfaction.

We are looking to recruit registered pharmacists and trainee pharmacists qualifying in the summer 2024.

You will have clinical responsibility for at least one ward that will complement your rotation and the objectives you will be given. Electronic prescribing is in use across all adult wards.

The rotation provides an excellent grounding to your career. Funded clinical diplomas are available after an initial period in post.You will need good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to prioritise and organise your work. We expect our pharmacists to be highly motivated and have a passion for putting the patient first.The post includes participation in the late duty, 7 day weekend/bank holiday and on-call rotas.

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To work as a Rotational Clinical Pharmacist and progress from Band 6 to Band 7 in the UK, you will need to develop a mix of clinical, technical, and interpersonal skills. Here’s a breakdown of the essential skills and qualifications you should consider:

Educational Qualifications

1. Pharmacy Degree: A Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

2. Pre-registration Training: Complete a 12-month pre-registration training period in a relevant healthcare setting.

3. GPhC Registration: Be registered with the GPhC as a pharmacist.

Clinical Skills

1. Medication Management: Understanding of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, dosage calculations, and therapeutic drug monitoring.

2. Clinical Assessment: Ability to assess patient needs and medication effectiveness.

3. Therapeutic Knowledge: Deep understanding of drug classes, potential side effects, drug interactions, and contraindications.

4. Reviewing Therapy: Skills in conducting medication reviews and providing recommendations for patients’ therapeutic regimens.

Professional Skills

1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication to interact with patients, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care.

3. Patient Counseling: Skills in counseling patients on their medication use, side effects, and adherence strategies.

Technical Skills

1. Computational Skills: Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems and electronic health records for managing patient information.

2. Pharmaceutical Compounding: Basic knowledge of compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations (if applicable).

3. Evidence-Based Practice: Ability to critically appraise research and apply evidence-based guidelines to clinical practice.

Leadership and Management Skills

1. Supervisory Skills: Experience in mentoring and supervising junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

2. Quality Assurance: Understanding of policies and procedures related to quality assurance and pharmaceutical governance.

3. Project Management: Skills to lead or participate in quality improvement projects and clinical audits.

Continuing Professional Development

1. Postgraduate Education: Consider pursuing relevant postgraduate qualifications (e.g., Clinical Pharmacy diploma, MSc) and clinical competency frameworks.

2. Specialized Areas: Experience in specialty areas such as oncology, geriatrics, pediatrics, or infectious diseases may enhance your profile and career progression.

Personal Attributes

1. Adaptability: Flexibility to rotate through various departments and adapt to different teams and settings.

2. Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to make sound clinical decisions under pressure.

3. Empathy and Compassion: A caring attitude towards patients and understanding their needs.

Additional Considerations

- National Health Service (NHS) Guidelines: Familiarity with NHS guidelines, policies, and practices related to pharmacy and patient care.

- Cultural Competence: Awareness of diverse patient needs and cultural sensitivities in drug therapy.

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Rotational Clinical Pharmacist Band 6 to 7 Progression Path inCarshalton &amp; Epsom inCarshalton &amp; Epsom PUBLISHED WED 6 NOV 2024

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust rOekQKI9

Rotational Clinical Pharmacist Band 6 to 7 Progression Path inCarshalton & Epsom inCarshalton & Epsom PUBLISHED WED 6 NOV 2024