Band 7 Senior Pharmacist in Epsom, Surrey

JOB-20240830-fed11a3d

Job Title: Band 7 Senior Pharmacist
Location: Epsom, UK
Salary: £34 hourly
Type: Full Time, Part Time Considered
Start: ASAP – Ongoing

We are thrilled to present an exhilarating opportunity for a Band 7 Senior Pharmacist in Epsom, offering a competitive £34 hourly rate. If you fancy a varied role and the chance to make a real impact, this locum position might be your perfect fit! With flexible working options available, whether full-time or part-time, you can tailor your work life to suit your personal commitments. Start as soon as possible and enjoy an ongoing adventure in your career.

Perks and benefits:

- Full Time – Part Time will be considered, allowing you to tailor your schedule and maintain a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
- Gain experience across different healthcare settings, enhancing your professional growth and development.
- Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that locum work offers, with the ability to choose your assignments and work at your own pace.
- Access to a variety of professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills are always growing.
- Competitive hourly rates enable you to maximise your earning potential.

What you will do:

- Develop and implement managerial skills by working with rotation leads and the Deputy Chief Pharmacist.
- Collaborate with lead pharmacists to maintain and develop evidence-based treatment guidelines and contribute to Trust policies.
- Liaise with pharmacy leads to ensure standard-compliant practice changes are implemented Trust-wide.
- Deputise for rotation leads when necessary.
- Monitor service delivery in rotation areas and initiate improvements as needed.
- Investigate errors and incidents following Trust procedures.
- Perform risk assessments and manage associated risks.
- Create rotas for dispensary, ward cover, and pharmacy locking up.
- Dispense and check prescriptions using Trust systems, adhering to policies.
- Participate in ward/clinical pharmacy services, offering pharmaceutical advice and ensuring safe medication use.
- Provide pharmaceutical advice and discharge prescriptions, facilitating the discharge process.
- Identify and resolve potential prescription risks before dispensing.
- Counsel patients and carers about medication use.
- Set and measure service performance indicators, contributing to quality initiatives.
- Offer expertise to multi-disciplinary teams on specialist area risks.
- Liaise with the Trust Non-Medical Prescribing Lead to update pharmacy documentation.
- Assist in developing and reviewing Patient Group Directions within the Trust.
- Support the integration of NICE prescribing recommendations.
- Participate in auditing prescribing practices and contribute to practice research.
- Ensure seamless pharmaceutical care for patients, liaising with external healthcare providers as needed.
- Engage in the recruitment and education of pharmacy staff.

Requirements:

- Valid HCPC registration.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- Car driver preferred for ease of travel between local sites.

Discover the charm of working in Epsom, a vibrant location that combines the best of town and country living. Nestled at the foot of the countryside, yet close enough to London to enjoy city conveniences, Epsom is known for its lush green parks, excellent transport links, and welcoming community spirit. Embrace the opportunity to enhance your career in a beautiful, dynamic setting.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
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