Dedicated Lead Pharmacist – Gastroenterology

Job Details

Posting Date: 10 June 2024
Salary: £50,952.00 to £57,349.00 per year
Additional Salary Information: £50,952.00 – £57,349.00 annually
Hours: Full Time
Closing Date: 27 June 2024
Location: Blackpool, FY3 8NR

Company: NHS Jobs
Job Type: Permanent
Job Reference: C

Application: Apply for this job directly via NHS Jobs using the job reference C The closing date for applications is 27 June 2024.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Lead Pharmacist specializing in Gastroenterology to join our dynamic team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. This role requires the successful candidate to manage and lead the daily clinical pharmacy services within the Gastroenterology department. The Lead Pharmacist will be responsible for the development and evaluation of these services to meet the needs of the Unscheduled Care Division.

• Oversee the delivery of clinical pharmacy services to the Gastroenterology department.
• Develop and evaluate clinical pharmacy services, ensuring they meet the specific needs of the specialty.

• Provide a framework for the safe, effective, and economical use of medicinal resources.
• Apply sound medicines management and clinical governance principles.

• Maintain and develop highly specialized knowledge in gastroenterology medications.
• Serve as a key resource within the department and Trust for gastroenterology-related pharmaceutical care.

• Ensure a consistently high level of pharmaceutical service that aligns with the department’s objectives.
• Monitor, audit, and evaluate clinical pharmacy service provision, providing regular feedback.

• Contribute to the Antimicrobial Stewardship Programme at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals.
• Collaborate under the direction of the Lead Pharmacist for Antimicrobials.

• Prescribe medications in line with Trust policies and procedures, subject to necessary qualifications.