We are seeking to recruit a full /part time pharmacist to join our dynamic team at the Outpatient Pharmacy Department (UHS Pharmacy Ltd) at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS Pharmacy LTD we are committed to providing a world class, professional, highly specialised pharmaceutical service to the Outpatient Department of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (The Trust). Working within an Outpatients Pharmacy at a busy general hospital is hugely rewarding and we are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and passionate pharmacist to join our expanding, uniquely friendly and dynamic team.
This post would suit an individual with a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
UPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. The Pharmacy, located in the main foyer of the hospital, provides a range of over-the-counter medicines and products, as well as pharmacy services for hospital staff, outpatients and visitors.
The Pharmacy is open Monday-Friday (09:00 - 18:00) and Saturday mornings (09:00 - 13:00). Working hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the business on a rota basis over the 6 days.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a GPhC registered Pharmacist, part of your role will include:
Clinical screening and accuracy checking of medication prescribed to the patients Integral in providing a positive experience for all patients and staff visiting the pharmacy Offering advice on dosages, side effects and other aspects of drug interaction Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all medications processed through the pharmacy Delivering community healthcare services such as prescription collection and delivery Working with the team to maintain a clean, professional and patient-friendly workplace Manage, supervise and train pharmacy support staff Comply with the professional and legal requirements and standards and policies of UHS Pharmacy Ltd Keep up to date with current pharmacy practice, new drugs and their uses
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- UK Masters Degree in Pharmacy, or equivalent qualification
- Registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
- Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice
Desirable
- Further relevant post-registration qualifications
- Clinical Pharmacy Diploma
- Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of GB
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience
- Proven track record of providing excellent customer care in a community or hospital pharmacy environment.
- Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of being able to cope with change
- Sound knowledge of Pharmacy law, ethics and practice
- Evidence of team working, preferably with leadership role
Desirable
- Both community pharmacy and hospital pharmacy experience.
- Experience of robotic dispensing.
- Experience of stock control
- Experience of using pharmacy JAC computer system
- Accredited for locally commissioned enhanced services e.g. Flu vaccinations, Minor Ailments scheme.
- Experience of using tracking systems
- Ability to take initiative and lead on projects including change management
Values/Behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Fresh Thinking
- Working Together
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
UHS Pharmacy Limited
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
