Clinical Pharmacist - ADHD (Independent Prescriber)
A new post has arisen as part of an exciting initiative. HertsOne are looking to recruit a clinical pharmacist on a 12 month fixed term contract, who will work within the West Herts Enhanced Primary Care Monitoring service to provide support and intervention to children and young people with ADHD between the ages of 6 and 18. This position is offered on a full or part-time basis. Training and support will be provided.
The post holder will be responsible for completing ADHD medication reviews utilising specialist skills and using clinical interview techniques to ascertain a child's response to medication and manage potential side effects. They will be expected to be confident in ascertaining potential symptoms of co-morbidity such as ASD, mental health needs or physical health concerns.
Main duties of the job
* Apply knowledge of behavioural management strategies and evaluate responses to these and medication.
* Ability to communicate orally, electronically and in writing with children, young people, and families.
* Report, analyse and discuss information gained in holistic assessments with GP supervisors, psychiatrists, or appropriate services.
* Correspond with GP supervisors, multi-professional agencies, schools, families, and voluntary/statutory services. Attend bi-weekly MDT meetings with the senior team to discuss and review caseload regularly.
About us
HertsOne Ltd is a GP Federation providing services across primary care within South and West Hertfordshire. We are a small, dynamic, flexible team who share a passion to improve and deliver joined-up healthcare at the primary care level to all our patients across South & West Herts.
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Experience
* Knowledge of CYP legislation and relevant mental health legislation.
* Understanding of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice.
* Able to assess, formulate and manage care appropriately, ensuring timely discharge.
* Able to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team and liaise effectively with other agencies (e.g., education, GPs), maintaining positive working relationships.
* Able to maintain effective clinical records, both written and electronic.
* Able to manage and organise own time and diary.
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.
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