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Clinical Pharmacist Pharmacy Admissions and Discharge Team (PADT)

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Sheffield

AI generated summary

  • You must be an independent prescriber or willing to become one, possess communication and analytical skills, and have a clinical pharmacy certificate (by Oct 2023) with GPhC registration.
  • You will provide clinical pharmacy services, attend ward rounds, prescribe medications, mentor staff, develop guidelines, support training, and assist in various pharmacy areas, including out-of-hours services.

Requirements

  • - The postholder will be an independent prescriber or willing to complete it.
  • - Good communication, time management and analytical skills will be required and the ability to work effectively in a team.
  • - Applicants must have a certificate in clinical pharmacy (completed by October 2023) and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a high-quality specialist clinical pharmacy service to medical and surgical admission patients supporting the principal pharmacist for PADT.
  • Attend the Post Take Ward Round for acute medicine on a rota basis
  • Perform independent pharmacist prescriber role (when completed relevant training).
  • Produce and implement guidelines, protocols and SOPs with the support of a senior pharmacist.
  • Contribute to service development projects under the guidance of the Principal Pharmacist as required.
  • Provide support and mentorship for the post-registration pharmacists
  • Complete the post-graduate clinical pharmacy diploma (if not already attained).
  • Participate in the education and training of pre-registration pharmacists, other pharmacy staff and healthcare professionals.
  • Support pharmacy service areas in the department, this may include dispensaries, technical and medicines information
  • Contribute to the out of hours service including evenings and weekends

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Clinical Pharmacist position in the Pharmacy Admissions and Discharge Team (PADT)?

The main focus of the position is to deliver high-quality clinical pharmacy services to patients in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Frailty Unit, and Short-Stay Assessment Center (SAC) at the Northern General Hospital Site.

Is independent prescribing a requirement for this role?

Yes, the postholder must be an independent prescriber or be willing to complete the relevant training to become one.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants must hold a certificate in clinical pharmacy (completed by October 2023) and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

What are the working hours like for this position?

The role requires participation in out-of-hours service, including evenings and weekends, to maintain skills and competencies.

Will I be involved in teaching or mentoring other pharmacists?

Yes, you will provide support and mentorship for post-registration pharmacists and participate in the education and training of pre-registration pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

What type of team will I be working with in this role?

You will work within a well-established team that includes pharmacists, medicines management technicians, and medicine management assistants.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the organization values professional development and provides many policies to support employees in balancing personal and professional lives.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about this position?

You can contact Katie van der Tuijn, the Principal Pharmacist for PADT, via email at katie.vandertuijn@nhs.net or by telephone at 0114 2715801. You can also reach out to Rachel Smith at 0114 2715359 for more information.

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Mission & Purpose

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire’s best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. The Trust has been awarded the title of ‘Hospital Trust of the Year’ in the Good Hospital Guide three times in five years and we are proud to be in the top 20% of NHS Trusts for patient satisfaction. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.