Paediatric Rotation, Foundation/Advance Clinical Pharmacist Programme
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
The Pharmacy department is pleased to offer a one-year secondment within Paediatrics as part of the Foundation to Advance Clinical Pharmacist Programme. This is an 18-month competency-based progression programme with incremental enhancement at 12 and 18 months. Pharmacists in the programme will work towards key objectives to transition from a post-registration foundation pharmacist (band 6) into an advanced clinical pharmacist (band 7).
We welcome applications from experienced band 6 or 7 pharmacists; they will be aligned to the appropriate stage of the programme depending on experience. This unique programme has been designed to enhance your skills and experience across our diverse range of clinical specialties, and you will be supported to complete a postgraduate certificate alongside other set objectives. To aid progression towards more senior specialized posts, attainment of a clinically enhanced pharmacist independent prescribing qualification is encouraged as an extension of the programme.
We are looking to appoint talented pharmacists who are self-directed, productive team players, and who can manage the busy responsibilities of this key NHS role.
Main duties of the job
This role will be based at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital, which hosts tertiary paediatric gastroenterology, is a cystic fibrosis primary centre, a specialized respiratory centre, and able to deliver paediatric oncology services. We have a HDU, surgical and medical inpatient wards along with outpatients and day case services.
We are looking for a pharmacist to join the Women and Children's team. Direct clinical responsibilities within the pharmacy team will be discussed within the team, taking into account the demands of the service and the interest and expertise of the member of staff.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job responsibilities
* You will be responsible for the delivery of expert patient care providing support to the lead pharmacists. This includes development, evaluation, and coordination of clinical pharmacy services in line with the objectives of the division and the UHSx Pharmacy strategy.
* You will contribute to all aspects of clinical governance, including clinical risk and audit.
* As a teaching hospital, education and training is an integral component of all roles encompassing practice supervision of undergraduates, pre-registration pharmacists, and the line management and educational supervision of band 6 pharmacists as appropriate.
* We encourage inter-professional learning and have been recognized for educational initiatives such as joint teaching activities with Foundation Doctors.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Master of Pharmacy degree at a British School of Pharmacy or recognized equivalent
* Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Knowledge and Experience
* Previous pharmacy experience in the UK as a qualified or trainee pharmacist
* Previous hospital pharmacy experience
Skills
* Supporting information must demonstrate an understanding of the progression programme with examples of core skills required in a foundation secondary care role. Applicants must show a willingness for continual professional development.
Experience
* Paediatric pharmacy experience
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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.
Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per annum pro rata
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