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We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacist to join our Primary Care team HMP Isle of Wight. HMP Isle of Wight is a category B male training prison. Located on a small island, and is around 8 minutes from St Marys Hospital and 26 minutes away from Cowes Ferry Terminal. This role is a fantastic opportunity that would suit an experienced pharmacist who thrives on working within a fast-paced environment and working collaboratively within clinical teams, and will be working closely with both the pharmacy manager and pharmacy lead. This site also offers the opportunity to source and complete an independent prescriber role for the right candidate.
Hours: Our core hours on site are 7.30am-5.30pm Monday to Friday.
Salary: This is a bank position with a salary of £39.90 per hour.
How will we support you?
* Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
* Competency framework
* Regional and national career development opportunities
* Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
* Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
At Practice Plus Group our pharmacy teams ensure medicines optimisation is embedded into everyday practice. You'll be responsible for:
* The provision and delivery of an integrated, safe, legal, high-quality prison pharmaceutical service.
* Working closely with the Head of Healthcare and the multidisciplinary team to ensure that the provision of service meets the contractual obligations.
* Providing daily expert advice on pharmaceutical matters and ensuring that a safe but modern medicines management service is provided to prisoners.
* Leading a team of support staff and working closely with a range of clinicians and non-clinicians from Primary Care, Mental Health, and other health partners in ensuring effective delivery of pharmacy services.
It doesn't stop there, we also offer:
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
* 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
Requirements
* Qualified Registered Pharmacist - BSc or Masters Degree in Pharmacy, holding registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
* A real passion for developing your Pharmaceutical skills and those of your team.
* Although not essential, ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community, or prison environment.
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Practice Plus Group
Address: Albany Prison, Albany Gate, Parkhurst Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5RS
Employer's website: Practice Plus Group Careers
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