Clinical Pharmacist

Job summary WE ARE RECRUITING FOR A CLINICAL PHARMACIST IN HULLAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a pharmacist, who maybe newly or recently qualified, to join the Medicines Optimisation Team atHaxby Group in Hull.Haxby Group is a friendly, mutually supportive practice.
Wepride ourselves in the provision of a caring, quality service to all ourpatients.
We are a Primary Care Training and Workforce Hub with a commitment toeducate, nurture and develop a range of health care professionals bothtraditional and innovative.
Our aim is to create a sustainable and productiveenvironment for everyone to work in.
Main duties of the job We are looking for a highly motivated, flexible and reliableindividual who is passionate about patient care.
You will have the ability tocommunicate effectively with clinicians, patients and support staff.You will be responsible for supporting thePartners/Directors in implementing effective prescription management,prescribing systems and medicines optimisation within the practice, identifyingareas for improvement, and initiating and managing change.
You will beresponsible for the training and supervision of others associated with yourrole and support our strategic objectives to maximise the service, profit andpotential of the business.In addition, you will be responsible for encouraging abetter understanding of the principles of medicine optimisation throughout thepractice teams.
About us You will be a highly valued member of the team, receivingcompetitive benefits plus ongoing personal development and trainingopportunities in our high achieving environment.Selection for Interview processIf you are applying through NHS Jobs, you will notice youare asked if you would like a guaranteed interview as part of the Two Tickdisability scheme.
Whilst this is an admirable government initiative, please beaware we are not signed up to this scheme.
This is a question on the NHS jobsapplication form which is outside of our own control.
Our own process ensureswe consider candidates on the merit of their application only and we do not askany questions regarding a disability as part of our selection process.
Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities To adhere to the GPhC code of ethics, observing and applying all professional, ethical and legal obligations.
Recognise and work within own competencies using own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense.To develop, implement and adopt standard operating procedures, to ensure procedures are in place for the avoidance of risk.Follow agreed protocols, referring to senior staff as appropriate.To participate in the education and training for staff, carers and patients regarding medicine management issues.To undertake annual clinical medication reviews.To assist the wider team in ensuring all patients receive the appropriate drug monitoring required.To ensure all major MHRA drug alerts, where appropriate and within your level of competence are acted upon within the practice.Follow local and national Infection Control guidelines.Demonstrate awareness of statutory and local child protection procedures, including systems of referral.Contribute to achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as Quality and Outcomes Framework and other agreed Key Performance Indicator targets.To facilitate and manage the development and delivery of a practice prescribing and medicines optimisation plan and the delivery of patient services as determined by practice policy and local and national guidance.To support the development of a practice-based medicines optimisation team, including delivery of training, in order to maximise cost-effective prescribing and to improve the quality of patient care.To promote high quality, cost effective and evidence-based use of medicines within the practice.To improve understanding of the principles of medicine optimisation.To run specialist clinics for patients with long term conditions.To ensure that all prescribing errors and near misses are logged in accordance with the companys procedures and to undertake any activity necessary to rectify or prevent errors.To liaise with doctors about prescriptions to ensure accuracy and prevent risk.To keep up-to-date with current pharmacy practice, new drugs and their uses for the purpose of continuing professional development.To promote good practice in line with therapeutic developments.To maintain computerized records in accordance with data protection principles to ensure patient confidentiality.To counsel and advise patients on the safe and appropriate use of medicines.To provide professional advice and guidance on medicines related queries and issues to the wider practice team and patients.Undertake additional tasks as required within your general role as Practice Pharmacist.To advise and assist with all the above as required for Haxby Group and other associated businesses.Responsibility for Administration:Maintain accurate and complete documentation and records utilising as appropriate and in accordance with Haxby Group protocol.To provide regular support and feedback to the practice on prescribing action plans.To update and maintain accurate patient medication records on the practices clinical computer systems including advice given and action taken.To advise the Primary Health Care Team on the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs and other medicines, ensuring compliance with medicines legislation.Management duties and responsibilities:To provide clinical supervision and support regarding prescription managementTo support the Clinical Administration Support Team with clinical audits around key areas of responsibility.
Person Specification Knowledge/ Qualifications/ Skills Essential Mandatory registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
Masters degree (MSc) in Pharmacy, MPharm (or equivalent).
An excellent standard of written and verbal English.
Numerate.
Excellent customer service skills.
Good administrative and organisational skills.
IT literate.
Supervisory experience.
Understanding of business rationale.
Desirable Clinical diploma.
Primary care experience.
GPhC- accredited pharmacist independent prescriber.
General practice or equivalent clinical experience.
SystmOne experience.
Physical Requirements Essential Able to undertake the requirements of the post.
Desirable Reliable.
Flexible.
Excellent attendance record.
Competencies/ Qualities/ Attributes Essential Pay attention to detail.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Work well under pressure.
Ability to motivate and develop team.
Trustworthy.
Ability to work effectively to deadlines.
Able to work unsupervised.
Able to use own initiative.
Be self-motivated.
Able to listen and empathise.
Hard working and willing.
Flexible and adaptable, able to work according to changing need.
Enthusiastic.
Commitment to personal development.
Other Essential Able to work at the desired times.
Flexibility of hours for cover.
Desirable Car driver/clean licence.
Non-smoker.
Good sickness record.