Job Description

To work with the Pharmacy Team in providing and developing an efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical service for patients. To support Clinical Lead Pharmacists in the implementation of medicines management plans. To be professionally accountable for any pharmacy function for which they assume responsibility.



Band 7 Rotational Pharmacists will participate in our advanced level rotational training program, undertaking clinical rotations in areas such as Critical care, Cystic Fibrosis and Cardiology. The band 7 rotational post will participate in longer rotations (typically 6-9 months) allowing more in-depth training and will take on more senior responsibilities for their allocated specialty.



Rotational pharmacists also provide pharmaceutical services to the dispensary and are responsible for provision of pharmaceutical services out of hours.



As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.



We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.



We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.



Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.



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Assist in the provision of a clinical pharmacy service to a designated speciality on a rotational basis, according to the direction of the Education and Training Lead Pharmacist and the Clinical Services Manager. Routine monitoring of prescriptions for legality, legibility, safety and appropriateness in accordance with the Medicines Act and the Trust's Medicines Policy, which may involve concentration, frequent interruptions and may involve dose calculations. Support in the development of the annual Pharmacy Business Plan. Participate in practice research and clinical audit projects. Participate in: mandatory training in line with Trust and Departmental requirements the provision of in-service training for pharmacy staff. This will include updating staff on processes and procedures for medicines optimisation. the training of student technicians and trainee pharmacists. the Pharmacy education programme including presenting to the clinical pharmacy team. the education and training of medical, nursing and other healthcare staff.

Essential criteria:

Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council



Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy



Postgraduate diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or successfully completed first year)



Completion of the Independent Prescribing Course or on track to compete within 1 year



Pre-registration training and experience



Demonstrable team working



Demonstrable commitment to CPD



Basic clinical knowledge in a range of topics



Post qualification experience in a relevant role practicing as a pharmacist.



Current and relevant clinical knowledge in area of speciality.



Demonstrable experience in training of other healthcare professional



Ability to work on initiative and as part of the team



Able to work independently and compute information from various sources quickly



Excellent communication skills, verbal and written



Able to accept responsibility for area of pharmacy practice



Analysis of information relating to individual patient s medication



Ability to recognise own limitations and boundaries and need to consult with senior colleagues



Good time management skills



Computer literate



Basic problem-solving abilities



Numeracy and literacy



Analysis of complex information relating to individual patient's medication



Negotiation and influencing skills



Acts professionally



Self-motivated



Reliable and flexible



Excellent organisational skills and ability to work effectively in different locations



Ability to meet deadlines whilst paying attention to details