Overview
You will provide an advanced clinical service to the AMS-ID wards, as well as assisting the Principal AMS-ID Pharmacist to provide leadership within the directorate. You will lead on trust and pharmacy-based education and training matters associated with AMS-ID, as well as on AMS-ID service evaluations and audit reporting. We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated individual, who ideally holds an independent prescribing qualification, but would be open to supporting candidates through this within the first 12 months of the post. The Department of Pharmacy at CUH is ambitious and forward thinking, supporting the development of electronic solutions to enhance patient care. We are committed to supporting the development of staff through schemes such as the RPS Advanced Portfolio. Please refer to appendix one of the job description for more details.
Responsibilities
* Liaise with the relevant senior pharmacy, medical and nursing staff, other allied health professionals (AHPs) and managers to promote safe, evidence based and cost-effective use of antimicrobials.
* Provide an advanced clinical pharmacy service to Microbiology, and the Infectious Diseases team
* Provide specialist pharmacist advice and service to designated wards / clinical areas (AMS/ID)
* Act as the nominated pharmacy lead for the development and delivery of training in the specialist clinical area (AMS) for pharmacy staff and other staff groups as required
* Act as the nominated pharmacy lead for AMS clinical audits, service evaluations and quality improvement projects
* Prescribe medication for individual patients within the agreed scope of practice and according to the CUH pharmacist prescribing policy
* Participate in and lead where required on novel pharmacy projects in the care of patients in designated clinical area (AMS/ID)
* Identify and undertake research to inform practice developments and underpin delivery of an effective, evidence-based pharmacy service
* Provide pharmacy leadership to the designated clinical area (AMS/ID)
* Act as a pharmacist independent prescriber or work towards achieving this qualification
* Continuously develop and refine models of care through pharmacist-led ward rounds, proactively generating new approaches and adapting existing practices in response to evolving service requirements
Qualifications and requirements
* Ideally holds an independent prescribing qualification; a plan to support candidates through this within the first 12 months is acceptable
* Experience in AMS/ID, antibiotic stewardship, education and training, and service evaluation
* Strong leadership, communication and collaborative working skills with pharmacy, medical, nursing and other AHP colleagues
* Ability to work within CUH prescribing policies and local guidelines
About CUH benefits and working culture
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site facilities and flexible working considerations. We are committed to supporting good working days and a good work-life balance. Flexible arrangements may include part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and values the contributions of staff from all backgrounds. We strive to be representative of the communities we serve, and to provide an inclusive working environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.
Note: For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, priority may be given to applicants at risk of redundancy where applicable, and visa restrictions may apply (Student visa considerations). If you would like to discuss required hours or flexibility, please contact the stated recruiter/line manager.
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