Healthcare of Older Person (HCOOP)/Acute Frailty Specialist Pharmacist

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  • Ashford, Kent
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 6 hours ago
Are you a passionate and driven pharmacist looking for a thrilling opportunity? Join us as an HCOOP/Acute Frailty Specialist Clinical Pharmacist (Band 7) at EKHUFT! This role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, providing exceptional care to high acuity, complex patients. You'll be at the forefront of delivering a responsive, proactive, and person-centred clinical pharmacy service, working within your professional boundaries.Why join us?As part of our supportive team of pharmacists, technicians, and the wider multidisciplinary team, your expertise and input will always be valued and welcomed. This non-rotational post offers a unique chance to truly make a difference and grow in your career.Recruitment at a band 6 level with progression to a band 7 may be consideredMain duties of the jobMain Duties of the JobIn this exciting role, you will:Fully integrate into the Multidisciplinary Team: Have the opportunity to attend ward rounds and work with the HCOOP/Frailty lead to shape the service.Provide training and teaching: Train FY1 and FY2 doctors, become an educational supervisor for trainee pharmacists, and supervise foundation pharmacists.Engage in service level activities: Play a key role in the continuous improvement of our services.Line management and practice supervision: Take on responsibilities in managing foundation pharmacists and acting as a practice supervisor, educational supervisor, enhancing your leadership skills.Pursue further education: Undertake the Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) course to expand your qualificationsWhat we offer:A supportive and collaborative environment: Work alongside a dedicated team that values your contributions.Professional growth: Opportunities for training, education, and career advancement.Impactful work: Make a real difference in the lives of complex, high acuity patients.Engage in service level activities: Play a key role in the continuous improvement of our services "with opportunities to lead on project work and guideline developmentAbout usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference number344-3641DCB-FJob locationsWilliam Harvey HospitalAshfordTN24 0LZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • 4-year Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council
  • Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
  • Completion of Foundation Stage 1 of the Postgraduate Diploma in General Practice Pharmacy (or equivalent)
Desirable
  • Postgraduate Diploma in General Practice Pharmacy i.e. completion of both Foundation Stage 1 and 2 (or equivalent)
  • Training and accreditation as a Practice Supervisor and Educational Supervisor
SkillsEssential
  • Demonstrates 'usually' or 'consistently' levels of competence for the majority of General/Foundation Level Framework
  • Demonstrates excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrates working effectively within the multidisciplinary team
  • Able to analyse information and plan actions based on this information
  • Demonstrates reflective approach to self-development
Desirable
  • Demonstrates service improvement
  • Demonstrates teaching and presentation skills
  • Undertaken audits and shown implementation of results
ExperienceEssential
  • Significant experience in hospital post registration showing clinical experience within various environments/specialties (or the equivalent)
Desirable
  • Experience in care of the elderly and/or acute frailty
KnowledgeEssential
  • Knowledge of core pharmaceutical needs of patients in various clinical settings
Desirable
  • Understanding of patient safety issues relevant to pharmacy services
  • Knowledge of core pharmaceutical needs of patients in a care of the elderly setting
OtherEssential
  • Upholds and models the Trust values
  • Ability to provide in person cross site cover (WHH/QEQM)
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • 4-year Master's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council
  • Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist
  • Completion of Foundation Stage 1 of the Postgraduate Diploma in General Practice Pharmacy (or equivalent)
Desirable
  • Postgraduate Diploma in General Practice Pharmacy i.e. completion of both Foundation Stage 1 and 2 (or equivalent)
  • Training and accreditation as a Practice Supervisor and Educational Supervisor
SkillsEssential
  • Demonstrates 'usually' or 'consistently' levels of competence for the majority of General/Foundation Level Framework
  • Demonstrates excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrates working effectively within the multidisciplinary team
  • Able to analyse information and plan actions based on this information
  • Demonstrates reflective approach to self-development
Desirable
  • Demonstrates service improvement
  • Demonstrates teaching and presentation skills
  • Undertaken audits and shown implementation of results
ExperienceEssential
  • Significant experience in hospital post registration showing clinical experience within various environments/specialties (or the equivalent)
Desirable
  • Experience in care of the elderly and/or acute frailty
KnowledgeEssential
  • Knowledge of core pharmaceutical needs of patients in various clinical settings
Desirable
  • Understanding of patient safety issues relevant to pharmacy services
  • Knowledge of core pharmaceutical needs of patients in a care of the elderly setting
OtherEssential
  • Upholds and models the Trust values
  • Ability to provide in person cross site cover (WHH/QEQM)

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