Job summary Following on from a commitment to investment in the pharmacy team at Kingston Hospital, we have an excellent opportunity to join our friendly and well-respected team as a Senior Pharmacist in Neurology (Band 8a). This is a brand-new post in the trust and will provide professional, governance and financial medicines leadership to the Neurology Service at Kingston hospital. Are you an enthusiastic, motivated clinical pharmacist with an interest in neurology? Would you like to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage the pharmacy service to neurology? As a Pharmacist specialising in this post you will initially play a role in the coordination and delivery of treatment for patients with multiple sclerosis, with the opportunity to use your skills across neurology. The successful candidate will work closely with the multidisciplinary teams and be responsible for cost-effective and safe use of disease modifying therapies within the department. Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills are essential with the ability to build professional relationships and act as a role model for the pharmacy profession. Experience in working in neurology is desirable, but not essential for the right candidate, as there will be opportunities to support your learning and development. Main duties of the job This is a key role within the pharmacy team delivering services to the Neurology service. The post holder will be an active member of both the pharmacy and the Neurology teams to ensure continuous two-way exchange of information and maintain high standards of clinical care in supporting medicines use. To develop the provision of clinical pharmacy services to the Neurology service in accordance with the needs of patients, the clinical team and the required standards of quality and professional practice. To lead work with the specialist nurses & consultants to implement timely biosimilar switches to maximise savings to the trust. To provide specialist medicines management, prescribing and advice to medical and nursing staff on drugs for the neurology service. About us Developmentand staff wellbeing Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £59,490 to £66,239 a year pa inc Outer London HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-779-NN-6867987-DE-AL-A Job locations Kingston Hospital Galsworthy Road Kingston KT2 7QB Job description Job responsibilities 1. To provide and develop a specialist clinical pharmacy service to the Neurology service. 2. To co-ordinate and monitor the safe and timely provision of high-cost drugs3. To lead on finance reporting of drug expenditure for the Neurology service.4. To lead in the development and delivery of the Neurology service, including medicines supplied viahomecare, ensuring a safe and patient focused approach within this specialist area. Job description Job responsibilities 1. To provide and develop a specialist clinical pharmacy service to the Neurology service. 2. To co-ordinate and monitor the safe and timely provision of high-cost drugs3. To lead on finance reporting of drug expenditure for the Neurology service.4. To lead in the development and delivery of the Neurology service, including medicines supplied viahomecare, ensuring a safe and patient focused approach within this specialist area. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Post Graduate Certificate Pharmacy Practice Post Graduate Clinical Diploma / Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice Independent Prescribing Qualification/ willing to undertake training Experience and Skills Essential Comprehensive post-registration training and experience in hospital pharmacy - this must include a solid grounding in all aspects of acute hospital pharmacy practice (medicines information, ward services and dispensing) Demonstrable experience in general clinical practice including medicine and surgery Risk management of medicines Audit experience Commitment to CPD Desirable Experience in neurology services Working within a clinical directorate Database skills including JAC & CRS EPrescribing Knowledge Person Specification Qualifications Essential Membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council Post Graduate Certificate Pharmacy Practice Post Graduate Clinical Diploma / Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice Independent Prescribing Qualification/ willing to undertake training Experience and Skills Essential Comprehensive post-registration training and experience in hospital pharmacy - this must include a solid grounding in all aspects of acute hospital pharmacy practice (medicines information, ward services and dispensing) Demonstrable experience in general clinical practice including medicine and surgery Risk management of medicines Audit experience Commitment to CPD Desirable Experience in neurology services Working within a clinical directorate Database skills including JAC & CRS EPrescribing Knowledge 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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingston Hospital Galsworthy Road Kingston KT2 7QB Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)