Job summary
We are looking for an exceptional person to provide organisational leadership in medicines optimisation for people with learning disabilities with/without autism (PwLDA). A key priority within this new and innovative post is to lead the 'Call to Action' to stop the over-medication of people with a learning disability (STOMP-STAMP), for which the post-holder will be the nominated lead. This role will provide a dynamic link between person-centred care and collaboration, professional practice, leadership and management, education and research (the RPS 'four pillars of practice) by ensuring PwLDA get the best experience and outcomes from their medicines, whenever and wherever their care is delivered across the Northeast and North Cumbria area.
This post has been commissioned by the NENC ICB and we expect the successful applicant to work towards credentialing as a consultant ready pharmacist.
Working to optimise patient outcomes from their medicines within LDA across the trust and to link in with primary care colleagues in supporting this programme.
Leading on the STOMP (Stopping Overmedication of People with Learning Disabilities and Autism) and STAMP (Supporting Treatment and Appropriate Medication in Paediatrics) programme across the trust and to link in with primary care colleagues in supporting this programme
Providing clinical leadership, management, support and guidance to clinicians across the different pathways in supporting STOMP and STAMP
Main duties of the job
Working as an independent prescriber and team member within defined clinical services across CNTW
Collaborating with members of the nursing team in order to improve the quality, safety and cost effectiveness of medicines use and physical health monitoring of patients with a learning disability diagnosis
Contributing to the development of mental health prescribing policy across the region in line with STOMP-STAMP guidance, collaborating with GPs, primary care pharmacists, secondary care specialists and other healthcare professionals
Ensuring systems and processes are in place for training and supervising staff undertaking enhanced STOMP-STAMP medication reviews to ensure they are suitably trained and competent
Leading on and providing subject expert input into associated groups regarding clinical pharmacy and medicines optimisation
Delivering education, training and clinical supervision in STOMP-STAMP across the trust and sharing learning across the NENC ICB
Contributing to the evidence base on the effective use of medicines and medicines optimisation in people with a learning disability, autism or both and to lead the research agenda relating to STOMP-STAMP in the trust collaborating with stakeholders and clinical colleagues
Working to improve health outcomes for PwLDA using a holistic approach to care, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Progressing towards Consultant Pharmacist credentialing through the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS). There will be an expectation that this will be completed within a time frame agreed between all parties on commencement of this role.
The Northeast of England, North Cumbria and The Borders boasts some of Britain's most beautiful scenery, coastline and national parks. It offers affordable house prices, good connectivity and train links with some major cities. It can offer a fantastic quality of life and working for our Trust promotes a great work life balance.
As a service, we are committed to developing and supporting our staff to achieve the maximum they can from their career, whilst delivering outstanding patient centred care.
To find out more about our department and see what our team has to say you can watch our YouTube video
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that all applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 14th November 2024
Closing date : 5th December 2024
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
1. MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy
2. Postgraduate clinical qualification to diploma level or above
3. Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
4. Management/Leadership qualification or equivalent relevant experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
5. Substantial post registration experience within NHS pharmacy practice
6. Human resources management
Skills
Essential
7. Excellent verbal & written communication skills
8. Excellent communication skills with demonstrable ability to present complex or sensitive information to large groups of clinicians or senior managers
9. Good analytical and judgemental skills