Join Our Team as a Band 7 Pharmacist at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust- Apply now

Closing Date: 21 July 2024

Are you an experienced Pharmacist seeking a dynamic and fulfilling role? Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) invites you to apply for the position of Band 7 Pharmacist. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and contribute to the exceptional services provided by our Dispensary and Operational team.

Job Summary

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Clinical Lead Operational Pharmacist, focusing on the clinical aspects related to the functioning of the Dispensary, Procurement, and Distribution. We are looking for a motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively within a team and independently.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for technical and support staff in the Dispensary Team.
• Mentor and supervise Junior Pharmacists rotating through the Dispensary.
• Clinically screen TTOs and Outpatient prescriptions as required.
• Develop the role of rotational Pharmacists in the dispensary.
• Ensure the Dispensary’s compliance with best practices and medicines legislation.
• Manage the safe and secure handling of controlled drugs in the Dispensary.
• Participate in on-call, weekend, Bank Holiday, and late duties as per the rota.

About Us

At GOSH, we are dedicated to recruiting the best candidates based on their abilities and individual merits. We promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, valuing and respecting all staff members. We welcome applications from BAME communities, individuals with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ community members.

Our policies ensure fair and consistent treatment for all applicants and employees. GOSH is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active staff networks that support BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions, and Women’s interests.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualifications:
  • Taught Master’s Degree in Pharmacy
  • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist
• Experience and Knowledge:
  • Range of hospital pharmacy services
  • Awareness of current issues
  • Up-to-date pharmacy knowledge
  • Clinical service and Dispensary experience
  • Paediatric Medicine
  • Training, mentoring, and supervising staff
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Numerate with attention to detail
  • Proven organizational skills
  • Good time management and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent IT and database skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Independent Prescriber qualification
• Educational supervisor experience
• Knowledge of homecare supplies, EPIC Computer system, and Ascribe computer system

Application Details

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Apply Now

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference in children’s healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position at Great Ormond Street Hospital.