Job summary The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is a forward thinking teaching hospital offering acute care to a population of approximately one million. We are one of the largest acute teaching hospitals in the UK with strong links to both the School of Pharmacy and the Medical School at the nearby University of East Anglia. Electronic prescribing and medicines administration has been implemented across all inpatient wards, the A&E and outpatients. We are at the forefront of healthcare delivery with a strong focus on Medicines Management and innovative pharmaceutical practice. Norwich is a vibrant city, voted one of the Best Places to Live in the UK by The Sunday Times 2021, with a fabulous market, excellent shopping, restaurants and nightlife, yet surrounded by beautiful countryside. The unique combination of the Norfolk Broads, a picturesque coastline and a choice of city or rural living make Norwich an ideal home, no matter what your interests. For those who love to travel or see friends Norwich offers excellent rail and air links. We welcome informal visits, or contact us for any queries regarding this role, we are also able to provide you with resources to support with your application completion via our recruitment team. Main duties of the job We are looking for a dynamic individual with a strong clinical background to join our team of Rotational Specialist Pharmacists. You will have the opportunity to work as part of our ward-based Medical Pharmacist service, working alongside the MDT, including our existing team of specialist and highly specialist pharmacists. You will also have opportunities to work in surgical specialties and other pharmacy services as part of the specialist rotational team. The focus for this post is to take an active role in the pharmaceutical care of a range of conditions and advise clinicians. Participation in MDT ward rounds and prescribing of medicines to ensure a seamless transfer of care will be expected. You must be able to work both as part of a team and autonomously. Prescribing is a key part of this role - you will be supported to undertake the training if you do not already hold the qualification. This post is for full time employment. However, we would consider alternative working patterns dependent on requirements. Please specify within your application if required. All staff are required to work 1 in 10 weekends with corresponding time off given during the week. All staff are required to undertake at least one bank holiday duty per year. All rotas are subject to review at any time. Interview date: 11th November 2024 About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 234-24-CS1952 Job locations Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Master of Pharmacy Current listing on the Register of Pharmaceutical Chemists with the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Certificate / Diploma in Pharmacy Practice Independent prescribing Experience Essential Clinical pharmacy knowledge and experience Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy Skills Essential Knowledge of national guidelines relating to medicines and pharmaceutical practice Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential Master of Pharmacy Current listing on the Register of Pharmaceutical Chemists with the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Certificate / Diploma in Pharmacy Practice Independent prescribing Experience Essential Clinical pharmacy knowledge and experience Significant experience of working in hospital pharmacy Skills Essential Knowledge of national guidelines relating to medicines and pharmaceutical practice Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)