Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Pharmacy
- Gradd
- 8a or Band 7 to 8a progression depending on experience
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos (Weekend working and bank holiday +/- OOH)
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 252-7176593
- Cyflogwr
- Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Darent Valley Hospital
- Tref
- Dartford
- Cyflog
- £46,148 - £62,626 incl HCAS per annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 01/06/2025 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr

Principal Pharmacist - Virtual Wards
8a or Band 7 to 8a progression depending on experience
Trosolwg o'r swydd
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Pharmacist to join our Virtual Ward team at Darent Valley Hospital. This role, positioned at Band 8a, involves the leadership and development of clinical pharmacy services for the Virtual Wards, both adults and paediatrics. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping medicine management strategies, supporting cost-saving initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care within the service.
A band 7 to 8a progression plan may be offered depending on experience.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
As the Principal Pharmacist for Virtual Ward, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing pharmacy services within the department, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care. Your duties will include monitoring prescriptions, providing pharmaceutical care plans, and supporting the development of cost-effective prescribing practices. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with national and local guidelines.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust (DGT) is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our community. At DGT, we value our staff and foster an environment that supports professional development, wellbeing, and job satisfaction. We operate across several sites, including Darent Valley Hospital and Queen Mary’s Hospital, and are dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels supported and integral to our mission of delivering safe, effective, and compassionate healthcare.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
In this role, you will oversee pharmaceutical services to the Virtual Ward service, including adults and paediatrics. You will lead the strategic development of pharmacy standards within the service and collaborate with colleagues to ensure the safe and effective use of medications, particularly in high-risk areas such as antimicrobial stewardship. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to cost-saving initiatives, manage staff, and support training and education efforts within the department. Additionally, you will work to enhance medication safety, contribute to clinical audits, and take an active role in the department’s continuous improvement efforts.
If you are a proactive, organised, and motivated pharmacist looking for a leadership opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role within our forward-thinking organisation.
Manyleb y person
Education and Training
Meini prawf hanfodol
- GPhC registration as a pharmacist
- Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Independent prescriber (or working towards)
Meini prawf dymunol
- Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- Management and leadership qualification
- MSc or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy or other appropriate discipline
- Practice Supervisor Accreditation or equivalent teaching accreditation
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience working as a band 7 Pharmacist
- Experience of writing protocols and standards
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary clinical pharmacy setting
- Previous teaching/tutoring experience
Meini prawf dymunol
- Hospital Pharmacy Experience
- Clinical Pharmacy teaching skills
- Demonstrable use of audit/research to improve practice
Knowledge and Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Broad pharmaceutical knowledge relating to general medicine and core medical specialities
- Demonstrates knowledge of national and local guidelines relating to specialism that need to be adhered to
- Advanced computer literacy including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Budgetary control skills
- Awareness of current practice and policy affecting pharmacy practice in the NHS & understanding the NHS structure
Meini prawf dymunol
- Incident investigation/ root cause analysis
- Risk management
- Experience and Knowledge of virtual ward
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Rakhee Patel
- Teitl y swydd
- Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01322428523
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