Job Description
About Nightingale HospitalNightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient, day patient, and inpatient settings.Our dedicated team of specialists is committed to diagnosing and treating all types of mental health conditions, including eating disorders and addictions. Conveniently located, we are a two-minute walk from Marylebone mainline and Underground stations, and within a ten-minute walk of Baker Street and Edgware Road Underground stations.We are owned by the international medical group emeis, delivering the full spectrum of psychiatric care, and high-quality care home and rehabilitation services across the globe.The main purpose of the jobWere looking for a dynamic pharmacist to join our busy on-site hospital pharmacy. Reporting directly to the pharmacy manager, the post-holder will be required to dispense prescribed medication and provide general advice for Nightingale Hospital patients.
This key department must work collaboratively with treating consultant psychiatrists and other clinical staff members.Main responsibilities include:Maintaining superb clinical standards in the pharmacyProviding medicines information assistance to consultantsProviding an excellent level of customer service to all patientsContributing to an excellent level of record keepingContributing to care of controlled drug storage in pharmacy and hospitalEnsuring that practice within the pharmacy is in line with the latest guidelinesAiding the pharmacy manager with all daily running of the pharmacyRequirementsThe following skills and qualifications are essential:MPharm or equivalentGPhC registered pharmacistMinimum two years working in mental healthAbility to multitask, high level of clinical expertise specialist in mental health medicineIn-depth knowledge of psychotropic medicinesExcellent manner with patients and ability to work cohesively in a small teamAble to appropriately and effectively use a range of communication approaches to inform, influence or persuade peopleDemonstrates tact and sensitivityMain benefitsWe offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:Competitive salaries + an additional London allowance of £4,000 per annum added to all permanent posts (pro-rata for part-time roles).Negotiable relocation allowance25 days annual leave pro-rata (increasing up to 30 with long service), plus bank holidaysA refer a nurse scheme paying £2000 per successful recruitOpportunities for continuing professional development (CPD) and trainingGenerous company pension scheme with The Peoples PensionTravel loan schemeAnnual staff bonus (discretionary)On-site restaurant with subsidised staff meals at breakfast, lunch, and dinnerEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAn extensive staff benefits package, offering a comprehensive range of discounts and access to well-being appsAccess to the Benefits PortalFree life assurance cover (4x salary)Free eye tests and contribution towards the cost of glasses (if required)Long service recognition*Enhanced maternity/paternity pay*Long-term disability insurance**Subject to T&CsTPBN1_UKTJ