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PharmacistinRedditchinRedditchPUBLISHED WED 20 DEC 2023

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Duties:- Dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, and review patient medications- Provide advice on the dosage of medicines and the most appropriate form of medication- Conduct health and wellness screenings

Grade:Band 8a

Trust:Worcestershire Acute NHS Foundation Trust

Location:Alexandra Hospital

Ward:Pharmacy

Pay Rates:£41.69 per hour

Shift Patterns:Monday to Friday 09:00 17:00

Are you a skilled and compassionate Pharmacist ready to play a crucial role in patient care? Join our team at Worcestershire Acute NHS Foundation Trust and help us make a difference!


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Useful skills for a Pharmacist:
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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