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Location
Barnstaple, Devon | United Kingdom
Job description
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: You will take a significant role as part of the Senior Pharmacy Leadership team at North Devon District Hospital. You will utilise your exceptional management skills to lead on medication safety and governance for the Northern Pharmacy Service and support our team across homecare, quality control and high cost drugs. Your innovative approach will make our work more efficient and adaptable to the ever-changing Healthcare environment. Working closely with the Medicines Safety Officer and Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Pharmacy Senior team and other leaders across the wider Trust, you will help develop our Pharmacy service to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines within the organisation. You will deputise for and support the Associate Director of Pharmacy Northern with developing the Pharmacy service, with a particular focus around medicines safety. You will also have responsibility for key areas and maintain your clinical skills with patient care. This is a new role and therefore there is an opportunity to really make it your own. We are committed to supporting your career aspirations and provide a clear pathway for progression. We offer extensive professional development including supporting you in developing your leadership skills, whether thats through short courses, more intensive development programmes, or you may wish to gain a leadership qualification. There will be opportunities to support and lead quality improvement projects, mentor pharmacist colleagues and develop skills and knowledge in a wide range of pharmacy areas. Imagine finishing a rewarding day in the pharmacy and stepping into a world of adventure. Whether its hiking along rugged cliffs or catching waves on pristine beaches, North Devon offers a work-life balance that is second to none. What are you waiting for? Take a look at the person specification for the skills, qualifications and experience we are looking for, and apply today. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, this role also involves on-call duties and weekend and bank holiday rosters. Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Sophie Khan; Associate Director of Pharmacy (Northern) on [email protected] As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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£58.97k - £68.53k per annum
