Specialist Pharmacist, Interface, Formulary and Medicines Value

The primary role of this specialist post is to support the effective, decision making and management of the medicines formulary across UHCW.

This will include the introduction of new medications, audit / management of existing practice and joint work across the interface with primary care colleagues to ensure the cost effective evidence based use of medicines across the system.

To scope, lead and facilitate on agreed projects affecting medicines across the primary / secondary care interface to ensure best value and practice for the NHS.

The post holder will provide expert support to healthcare professionals to align to our robust medicines optimisation principals upon the development and introduction of new medications both within UHCW and across the wider system.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Essential: - oMaster's degree in pharmacy o+ 1 year trainee pharmacist training (or equivalent) oRegistered as a practising pharmacist with the GPhC oPost-graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience oEvidence of CPD

Desirable: - oMember of a professional organisation (eg Royal College of Pharmacy) oPharmacy or Pharmacy Practice related MSc oIndependent Prescriber

Essential: - oSuitable experience dealing with complex clinical situations in hospital oSuitable and relevant hospital pharmacy experience post registration oExperienced at working with and influencing senior medical and nursing staff

Desirable: - oExperience at a directorate pharmacist level. oExperience in line managing staff and conducting appraisals.

Essential: - oGood sound clinical pharmacy knowledge oUp-to-date knowledge of Medicines legislation oAn understanding on how medications are introduced into a hospital.

Desirable: - oGood specialist knowledge of areas of clinical responsibility

Essential: - oTo communicate effectively in a calm, courteous manner to patients and all levels of ocolleagues oAble to present clinical and ocomplex information to groups and individuals oAble to provide out-of-hours emergency duty commitment oInterest in developing others and motivating them oCommitted to own personal development oProfessional attitude and appearance oAble to meet deadlines and manage their time effectively oAble to work alone and in a team oGood presentation skills

Desirable: - oGood negotiating skills oGood leadership and management ability oAble to work under pressure and meet short deadlines

Essential: - o Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only o Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)