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Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
About
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development. Croydon University Hospital plays an active role in training the clinicians of the future and works in partnership with major London universities
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that’s making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for
Equality remains at the centre of all Trust policy making, service delivery and employment practice with all employees being given equality of opportunity to develop, apply for promotion and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.
The Trust actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens. The Trust also closely monitors recruitment activity, training and development and employment practices to ensure equality of practice with regard to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status and age, and any other protected characteristic in line with the Equality Act 2010.
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Clinical Pharmacist - Rotational - (Bank)
Accepting applications until: 13-Dec-2024 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 13-Dec-2024 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- Croydon University Hospital
- Address
- 530 London Road
- Town
- Croydon
- Postcode
- CR7 7YE
- Major / Minor Region
- London
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- 12 months (Bank)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 + EDC)
Salary
- Salary
- £40,701 - £48,054 per annum (pro rata) incl of HCAS (Outer)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (Band 6)
Specialty
- Main area
- Pharmacist
*The pay scales advertised have been confirmed by NHS England, we are awaiting confirmation of when these will be reflected. The new scales can be found here: Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers
Job overview
Join our Team: Elevate Patient Care and Progress your Career!
Our dedicated team of friendly and skilled professionals pride the culture of collaboration. By keeping health & wellbeing, & education & training at the centre, we offer the highest standards of care, whilst enabling you to grow your career.
You will work in partnership with nationally-recognised professionals across specialities to provide patient-centred care. Education & training is at the core of our practice, and by joining us, you will have access to our in-house training. Our diverse patient demographic offers opportunity to develop your clinical acumen through complex cases with multifaceted pharmaceutical needs.
What We Offer
1) Continuous Development
We believe investing in our pharmacists translates to better patient care: attend teaching, take advantage of mentorship and more.
2) Career Transitions
Make the transition across sectors to build your skillset, bring career flexibility and find your niche: utilise our personalised training to make the transition from primary care.
3) Multidisciplinary Working
Work as part of a team that values your input to provide safe and effective services.
4) Culture and Wellbeing
Join a supportive and inclusive work culture where you feel valued, healthy and happy.
5) Innovative Practice
Our state-of-the-art facilities and modern technology support patient care through advanced practices.
Learn More
Advert
The post holder will be a member of the Pharmacy team and will provide a Clinical Pharmacy service to a defined specialty on a rotational basis. The aim is to promote the safe, effective, economical use of medicines in patients being cared for by the Trust, in accordance with the required standards of quality and professional practice, to meet the needs of the users. They are also expected to undertake further training and to develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to the development of pharmacy services. Each rotation has been designed to develop their clinical and personal skills to prepare them for their next role as a specialist clinical pharmacist.
Rotations will include some of the following:
- General Medicine (incl. Respiratory, Stroke, Cardiology)
- Elderly Care
- Surgery
- Paediatrics and Maternity
- Medicines Information
- Technical Services (incl. Chemotherapy and TPN)
Your Role
- Provide a high-quality pharmacy service through medicines optimisation, advising on cost-effective care and attending MDT ward rounds
- Collaborate with the MDT to optimise patient treatment plans
- Supporting the training and development of staff members and vocational students
- To stay up to date with the latest advancements in pharmacy and Trust practices
Working for our organisation
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that’s making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting documents which contains more information about the role. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information regarding this vacancy.
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.
Person specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- Degree in Pharmacy
- Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhc)
Desirable criteria
- Graduate with some hospital experience.
- Evidence of commitment to CPD
- Certificate in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Essential criteria
- Dispensing experience including patient counselling
- Good knowledge of pharmacy practice
Desirable criteria
- Experience in ward/clinical pharmacy, medicines information and aseptic production
EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
- Significant pre-registration training
- Experience of supervising and training staff
Desirable criteria
- Community / CCG work
- Previous audit work
SKILLS / ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills - both written / verbal
- Good organisation, time-management skills
- Ability to prioritise work
Desirable criteria
- Basic understanding of IT systems
- Experience with using JAC computer system
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Annum Abbas
- Job title
- Specialist Pharmacist: Education and Training
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02084015275
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