Detailed job description and main responsibilities Comply with all UHL policies and procedures including those relating specifically to pharmacy, in particular the Leicestershire Medicines Code The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Code of Ethics for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians must be adhered to at all times. Supporting the Chief Pharmacist in specific pharmacy management issues and projects and contribute to the overall organisation, administration and management of the Pharmacy department Contributing to and/or conducting relevant clinical audits to facilitate Clinical Governance requirements Undertaking and documenting continuing professional development. Participating in rostered flexible shift working including evening, weekend and bank holiday arrangements in line with service commitments. Including dispensary work when required Undertake on call duties as required by the needs of the service Undertaking any other duties that may reasonably be required as agreed by senior staff. Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role Person specification Training & Qualifications Essential criteria Masters level degree in pharmacy Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council Postgraduate clinical qualification or experience to an equivalent level Postgraduate Clinical qualification or equivalent level of knowledge gained through extensive experience Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma Registered as an Independent Prescriber or ability to complete training upon appointment Desirable criteria Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain Evidence of Leadership development/qualification • Evidence of Practice Evidence of Practice Research projects undertaken Membership of NPPG Membership of UKCPA Supervisory/management training/qualification Registered Independent Prescriber Experience Essential criteria Relevant Equivalent post registration experience in hospital pharmacy Medical/nursing and pharmacy staff training Implementation of change affecting pharmacy and other disciplines Experience of conducting and managing audit or research projects Management experience with responsibility for pharmacists and other associated staff groups Evidence of achievement in the capacity of clinical/ward pharmacist. Extensive clinical experience within Women's and Children's Demonstrable continuing professional development (CPD) Evidence of involvement in service development Implementation of change affecting pharmacy and other disciplines. Able to demonstrate advanced specialist clinical pharmacy knowledge and expertise in area of specialty Able to demonstrate advanced specialist clinical pharmacy knowledge and expertise in area of specialty Desirable criteria Relevant equivalent recent post-registration hospital experience, ideally including previous experience in a teaching hospital and experience of more than one hospital Experience of working within a range of clinical specialities Clinical pharmacy responsibilities at a senior level Publications and professional presentations in area of speciality Publications and professional presentations Attendance on clinician ward rounds Experience of supervision/management of staff Communication and relationship skills Essential criteria Excellent written / oral communication skills Good interpersonal skills at all levels Effective listening skills Analytical and Judgement skills Essential criteria Problem solving skills Advanced level of clinical reasoning and judgement Desirable criteria Interpreting / production of financial reports Experience of audit / data collection/research Skills Essential criteria Reliable/Willingness to learn Presentation skills Competent IT skills Evidence of team building and leadership skills Strong delegation skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrates effective listening skills Proven ability to influence and negotiate with relevant senior clinicians, managers and key stakeholders Problem solving ability Organisational awareness Proactive and Innovative Multidisciplinary team working Desire to deliver a quality pharmacy service Able to work alone and as part of a team Desirable criteria Experience supervisory/management training Experience of management of staff in previous post Experience working with electronic prescribing systems for chemotherapy and general prescribing Experience validating electronic chemotherapy prescribing systems. Interpreting / production of financial reports Experience of audit / data collection/research Interpretation of data Planning and organisation skills Essential criteria Ability to demonstrate achievement of set goals Able to work alone and as part of a team Good time management of self and others Ability to cope under stressful situations Desirable criteria Ability to show commitment to both ward and pharmacy and reconcile conflicting priorities Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential criteria Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential criteria Knowledge of the legal/regulatory environment for medicines and clinical trials Highly specialised knowledge of drugs used and therapeutic trends within the specialty Knowledge of Health care systems and NHS changes Clinical Governance Demonstrable awareness and understanding of pharmacy issues within the NHS Desirable criteria Awareness of NICE, NSF and NPSA and involved in implementation of relevant guidance Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential criteria Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check. COVID 19 Risk Assessment Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer. The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. 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