Job summary Closing Date: 21st January 2025 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 22nd January 2025 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 27th January 2025 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated pharmacist to join the Paediatric / Neonatal team at Bradford Teaching Hospitals. You will be supported by a team of experienced clinicians who value your input and contribution to patient care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team to enhance the patient experience and work alongside the current Paediatric / Neonatal pharmacist in helping to deliver outstanding pharmacy services. They will be passionate about maintaining high standards of patient care, have strong team work ethics and a sense of accountability. You will supervise and teach others as part of your role. Main duties of the job The paediatric ward has 41 inpatient beds and is attached to the Children's Clinical Decision Area which is the paediatric assessment unit. Our neonatal unit has 40 cots split between NICU and TCU. As a level 3 NICU, they care for some of the sickest / earliest born babies. The Foundation Trust is committed to supporting transformation and is investing in our Outstanding Pharmacy Services (OPS) programme which provides opportunities to shape the way we work and the services we deliver. As part of this transformation programme, you will be given the opportunity to develop your quality improvement skills through undertaking training and application to practice. Please note this post is subject to a probationary period of six months. About us We have good links with local education and training providers and have a strong research focus. The Bradford Institute for Health Research and The Wolfson Centre for Applied Health Research is based on the Bradford Royal Infirmary site. We are a welcoming and friendly hospital that is devoted to our vibrant diverse community. We know where we are going, and seek inspirational, compassionate and caring individuals to join us. Date posted 20 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 10 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 389-24-6884141 Job locations Bradford Teaching Hospitals Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience in all aspects of hospital pharmacy Training and/or significant experience in clinical teaching / tutoring, audit, practice research, risk management Desirable Experience of working in a similar role Skills Essential Accurate and concise written and oral communication skills Able to receive, summarise, communicate and present information to a wide range of professionals across the Trust Proven persuasion and negotiation skills (to influence prescribing), tact and diplomacy skills Effective independent and team working skills Ability to analyse and interpret a wide range of clinical information Proven problem solving approach on a wide range of clinical issues, and able to think laterally to develop new ideas Able to assess staff performance against agreed standards and criteria, and to provide feedback and development Able to prioritise with consultation, prioritise, plan and adjust current pharmacy services within the specialised area Able to work effectively to short, medium, long-term and changing deadlines Able to work effectively in front of an audience. Able to review and provide specialised advice on medicine use in specific clinical areas. Able to obtain, interpret, analyse and report on drug expenditure within the specialised area. Able to work independently and under guidance, within departmental, Trust and statutory and professional codes of practice/ethics Computer literate Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge of therapeutics Specialised knowledge of therapeutics and medicine use within acute medicine Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the formulation, preparation, and therapeutic action of medicines Qualifications Essential MPharm or equivalent Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience Desirable Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain Independent Prescribing qualification Leadership / Management qualification Working towards Faculty Accreditation other Essential Demonstrate continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through extensive experience Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department Desirable Current driving licence/ able to travel between sites (reasonable adjustments will be considered) Person Specification Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience in all aspects of hospital pharmacy Training and/or significant experience in clinical teaching / tutoring, audit, practice research, risk management Desirable Experience of working in a similar role Skills Essential Accurate and concise written and oral communication skills Able to receive, summarise, communicate and present information to a wide range of professionals across the Trust Proven persuasion and negotiation skills (to influence prescribing), tact and diplomacy skills Effective independent and team working skills Ability to analyse and interpret a wide range of clinical information Proven problem solving approach on a wide range of clinical issues, and able to think laterally to develop new ideas Able to assess staff performance against agreed standards and criteria, and to provide feedback and development Able to prioritise with consultation, prioritise, plan and adjust current pharmacy services within the specialised area Able to work effectively to short, medium, long-term and changing deadlines Able to work effectively in front of an audience. Able to review and provide specialised advice on medicine use in specific clinical areas. Able to obtain, interpret, analyse and report on drug expenditure within the specialised area. Able to work independently and under guidance, within departmental, Trust and statutory and professional codes of practice/ethics Computer literate Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge of therapeutics Specialised knowledge of therapeutics and medicine use within acute medicine Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the formulation, preparation, and therapeutic action of medicines Qualifications Essential MPharm or equivalent Registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience Desirable Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain Independent Prescribing qualification Leadership / Management qualification Working towards Faculty Accreditation other Essential Demonstrate continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through extensive experience Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department Desirable Current driving licence/ able to travel between sites (reasonable adjustments will be considered) 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Teaching Hospitals Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)