Job overview
1. To provide pharmaceutical advice and support antimicrobial stewardship within secondary, primary and community care
2. To work closely with the BCUHB antimicrobial pharmacist, infection prevention and control, microbiology team to ensure effective and safe use of antimicrobials.
3. To support the lead antimicrobial pharmacist in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating protocols and guidelines for antimicrobial therapy.
4. To review and update antimicrobial guidelines hosted on electronic application or platform.
5. To attend BCUHB groups related to antimicrobial stewardship and deputise for the lead antimicrobial pharmacist.
6. To support antimicrobial stewardship audits and feedback on results, involving the analysis and presentation of collected data.
Main duties of the job
7. To lead and assist on antimicrobial stewardship projects and policy, developing strategies, that reflect national or local objectives in tackling antimicrobial resistance.
8. Regularly analyse information, provide report and proactive advice on optimising antimicrobial use.
9. Assist in the investigation and review of any antimicrobial-related incidents and post infection review.
10. To assist in the management of antimicrobial stock shortages and national recalls, providing support to the lead antimicrobial pharmacist and Pharmacy Procurement Team in relation to managing of returns, and appropriate supply.
11. To be involved in planning of training, and updating of training materials relating to antimicrobial stewardship and infection control.
12. To provide training and support to the public, medical, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare colleagues on antimicrobials and antimicrobial stewardship.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around ,, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.