Job summary
- Main area
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 493-ICB-7030893
- Employer
- NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- 1st floor Magdalen House
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Pharmacist - Sefton
NHS AfC: Band 7
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the changing shape of NHS commissioning in Cheshire and Merseyside. Our current organisational structure supports effective working both locally and across Cheshire and Merseyside as we develop as an Integrated Care System.
The population of Cheshire and Merseyside is diverse and growing and we are keen to see that diversity recognised within our own workforce. As an employer we seek to open opportunities for our staff to gain new skills, gain knowledge and develop careers in heath and care.
We welcome students, staff, people of all races, religions, genders, sexual orientation, physical abilities, backgrounds, and philosophies and those who are accepting of others. Our goal is to support all of our workforce in their work, if you believe you can bring your skills and experiences and an open-minded approach into our fast paced and dynamic organisation, we are committed to providing a positive and supportive experience for all of our staff.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB (Integrated Care Board) as a Clinical Pharmacist. Cheshire and Merseyside ICB covers a population of 2.7million people with services provided by 17 NHS trusts, 349 GP practices, 9 local authorities and 590 pharmacies. The post holder will work as a member of a place Medicines Optimisation team to support in delivering the objectives of the functions of the team. Current vacancies for this role are available in the following places: Sefton.
This role will support to improve medicines management outcomes by informing and co-ordinating the activities of key health care professional and support staff within practices and the wider community. You will utilise your existing clinical knowledge and skills in addition to developing within the role to improve outcomes for patients.
The successful applicant will be a clinical pharmacist with a passion for patient-centered care and a commitment to excellence in clinical practice. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building rapport with colleagues. We value adaptability and initiative, seeking individuals who are eager to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Main duties of the job
This will be varied and will adapt over time as the Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy function develops. However, the postholder is expected to fulfil the following key functions: -
· To work on own initiative, unsupervised or as part of a team, to deliver safe, effective, and cost-effective use of the medicines resource in accordance with the medicines management agenda.
· To take responsibility for providing specialist pharmaceutical and clinical advice and support GP practices, care homes and appropriate colleagues.
The main duties and responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and the post holder can expect to take on other responsibilities or specific tasks as required.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based on ability and merit as measured against a criteria for this role.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and we foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attached documents.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- • A minimum of 1 years’ post registration experience
- • Evidence of experience of working on projects where post holder uses own initiative and manages own timescales
Experience
Essential criteria
- • Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent e.g. CPPE Pathway completion or being undertaken
- • Independent or supplementary prescribing qualification or working towards/intent of gaining independent prescribing qualification
Skills
Essential criteria
- • Evidence of persuasive negotiation and influencing skills are required as this information may be challenged by other professionals and the pharmaceutical industry.
- • Evidence of ability to co-ordinate and plan activities with other professionals and agencies.
- • Evidence of ability to work unsupervised and to take responsibility for project work.
- • Evidence of ability to accept guidance and constructive criticism.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jennifer Johnston
- Job title
- Head of Medicines Management, Sefton Place
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07557651263
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