Advanced Pharmacist - Urology, Vascular And Orthopaedics

OverviewAdvanced Pharmacist - Urology, Vascular and Orthopaedics (Band 8a) based at Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury.

This role involves developing the Clinical Pharmacy service, working closely with enthusiastic speciality teams, and putting prescribing into practice with pre-admission patients.

Also includes overseeing a team of rotational pharmacists and clinical technicians supporting Urology, Vascular and Trauma & Orthopaedics services, and working with the Lead Surgical Services Pharmacist and other surgical leads.We would consider candidates able to work at a band 7 to 8a progression.

Being an NMP is essential; if needed, enrolment on the course will be fully supported by the department.

The post may be suitable for those without leadership / NMP qualification under the Annex 21 training structure.Main duties of the jobOperate as an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist in Surgery across the Trust.Act as the speciality pharmacist for Urology, Vascular and Trauma & Orthopaedics, supporting safe and effective use of medicines within these specialties to improve medicines safety.Operationally oversee day-to-day performance of the surgical team within these specialties.Effectively manage and supervise pharmacists and oversee other pharmacy staff working on surgical wards.Provide cover for the critical care at Kent and Canterbury site when a specialist pharmacist is not available.Deputise for the Lead Pharmacist for Surgery at Pharmacy and Care Group level when required.Working for our organisationWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.

Our vision is "great healthcare from great people" and our values are : care, safety, respect and confidence in making a difference.

The organisation supports a new way of working, "We care", empowering frontline staff to lead improvements daily.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant.

If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, the application may be rejected as part of the assessment process, though applicants may seek appropriate support for declared disabilities.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in supporting documents.Person specificationExperienceSignificant experience working with surgical specialties.Teaching a variety of HCPs.Management of staff and / or service.QualificationsMRPharmSDiploma or equivalent clinical knowledge demonstratedNMP or enrolled on a courseEducational Supervisor or equivalentSkillsITOtherApplying Trust valuesKnowledgeExperience working with a speciality as a dedicated pharmacistThere are additional details about the Trust and opportunities for flexible working; information includes relocation policy, parking, and the Trust's commitment to staff development and CPD.

The trust emphasises required disclosures and eligibility criteria for sponsorship, DBS checks, and no-smoking policy.

Applicants can search and apply via the Trust website; if applying via NHS Jobs, TRAC will manage the application process.

Communication will be by email, with checks for spam / junk folders advised.Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

• (Exceptions) Order
• (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order
• and will require a DBS disclosure.Name : Rebecca TarrantJob title : Lead Surgical Services PharmacistEmail :

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