Advanced Pharmacist - Woman and Child

We have the opportunity for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacist to join our workforce. This post offers the opportunity to further develop clinical skills across a wide range of specialties within the Woman and Child area. These include general paediatrics, paediatric oncology, paediatric rheumatology, paediatric high-dependency, neonatal intensive care, antenatal and postnatal obstetrics, gynaecology and breast care. The role is predominantly ward-based, working with the Principal Pharmacist to lead and develop clinical services as part of a small well-established Pharmacy team, working closely with patients, medical, nursing and midwifery staff. You will also be involved in the development of guidelines, policies, PGDs and formulary reviews, ensuring appropriate use of high-cost drugs, training of pharmacy staff rotating through the area and training of nursing, midwifery and medical staff. The hospital benefits from a busy emergency centre, haematology/oncology department, critical/intensive care unit and an innovative cardiology ward. The Pharmacy Department provides an excellent working environment, which focuses on patient-centred care. It prides itself in being forward thinking and keeping pace with changes in medicines optimisation and technology. We also have a high level of commitment to staff development and actively encourage all staff to share their expertise to enhance the performance of the department.Main duties of the job Take professional responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service to Women's and Children's (W&C) Services wards to ensure the accuracy, legality, safety and efficacy of medicine use through the appropriate planning and allocation of work. Be actively involved in consultant and MDT ward rounds to deliver evidence-based advice/guidance on medications to ensure their safe and effective use Take responsibility for the development and review of policies, procedures and guidelines for medicine use within W&C Services. Work effectively with the Clinical Business Unit leads to provide information on cost-effective medicine use and support the development and submission of formulary applications or amendments to the use of existing products. Be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive training and education on medicine issues within W&C Services to members of the pharmacy service and the wider MDT. Be responsible for providing specialist pharmacy support to the full range of specialist W&C Services including e.g. Gynaecology/Obstetric clinics, delivery suite, Paediatric outpatient clinics as well as inpatient ward areas, ensuring that their service goals can be effectively supported by medicine policy and procedures. Engage Women's and Children's Services clinical colleagues in regular audit, reporting and review of medicines prescribing, administration and record keeping in-line with local and national audit plans.

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.