Job summary We are looking for an EPMA Pharmacist to cover maternity leave to be at the forefront of digital transformation here at CNWL. This post carries a Trustwide remit. It is expected that the post holder will have a keen interest in technology and a passion for how it can be utilised to provide safe patient care. The post involves travelling across the geography of the trust. Main duties of the job Training and supporting all staff involved with the EPMA process (pharmacy, prescribers, nurses and floorwalkers) Working with the lead clinical informatics pharmacist to deal effectively with any issues arising to ensure that the EPMA system is fit for purpose To act as a champion for EPMA, engaging staff and promoting the benefits of EPMA, ensuring that roll-out is implemented in a safe manner. About us The post-holder will develop, support and implement initiatives related to electronic prescribing and medicines administration (EPMA) both within the pharmacy and the Trust with the aim of improving the service provided. Key responsibilities are: To assist in the implementation of the business plan for EPMA ensuring a timely delivery of targets To support the Lead Pharmacist and the project team on the development, implementation and on-going management of the EPMA system to ensure delivery of a high level of patient safety and quality of care, efficient use of staff resource and cost-effective prescribing To work collaboratively with senior specialist pharmacists to ensure their input into the EPMA system To support the roll-out of the EPMA system across all sites, including participation in an on-call support system during the implementation phase of the project Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T) Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 333-C-HQ-0804 Job locations London 350 Euston Road London NW1 3AX NW1 3AX Job description Job responsibilities Excellent clinical knowledge, attention to detail and good time management are essential. You must be a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have completed Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent. You will need to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, have good organisational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Job description Job responsibilities Excellent clinical knowledge, attention to detail and good time management are essential. You must be a pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have completed Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent. You will need to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, have good organisational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Person Specification KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING Essential MPharm or equivalent GPhC (GB) registration Completion of Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Desirable IT Service Management or equivalent experience PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels Comprehensive Band 6 rotation Experience of training or managing others Experience of managing resources Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research Experience of working and liaising with Third Party Suppliers. Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels Strong experience in influencing the application of Digital to working practices. Experience of process mapping and re-design Experience of working with and influencing senior members of the Pharmacy team Desirable Experience of database maintenance Experience in working with service user and carer groups Experience of supporting clinical applications within the Trust SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Effective pharmaceutical skills Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels Good interpersonal skills Understanding of Information Governance, Digital Security and confidentiality Knowledge of National Digital Strategy Ability to manage time effectively Ability to work alone and as part of a team Computer literate Good negotiation skills Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands Ability to justify and reason any advice given should this be challenged Ability to plan, prioritise and organise self, others and workload Ability to work accurately under pressure Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance Understanding of NHS national and local priorities Previous experience of delivering training Identifies own training needs and maintains as portfolio of practice Implements findings of pharmacy practice research Person Specification KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING Essential MPharm or equivalent GPhC (GB) registration Completion of Clinical Certificate of JPB diploma or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Desirable IT Service Management or equivalent experience PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy Evidence of successful project management, operational or strategic change Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels Comprehensive Band 6 rotation Experience of training or managing others Experience of managing resources Experience of audit and pharmacy practice research Experience of working and liaising with Third Party Suppliers. Experience of working in a large organisation with a wide range of staffing levels Strong experience in influencing the application of Digital to working practices. Experience of process mapping and re-design Experience of working with and influencing senior members of the Pharmacy team Desirable Experience of database maintenance Experience in working with service user and carer groups Experience of supporting clinical applications within the Trust SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES Essential Good written and verbal communication skills Effective pharmaceutical skills Ability to communicate with patients and staff of all levels Good interpersonal skills Understanding of Information Governance, Digital Security and confidentiality Knowledge of National Digital Strategy Ability to manage time effectively Ability to work alone and as part of a team Computer literate Good negotiation skills Demonstrates initiative particularly in relation to problem solving Ability to carry out day to day responsibilities and deal effectively with unpredictable / acute demands Ability to justify and reason any advice given should this be challenged Ability to plan, prioritise and organise self, others and workload Ability to work accurately under pressure Understanding of clinical risk and clinical governance Understanding of NHS national and local priorities Previous experience of delivering training Identifies own training needs and maintains as portfolio of practice Implements findings of pharmacy practice research 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address London 350 Euston Road London NW1 3AX NW1 3AX Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)