Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Advanced Pharmacist INTERNAL
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Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
This post is a Secondment until 28th February 2027 to cover a Secondment.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
About the Role
The North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre is part of Glan Clwyd Hospital (BCU Health Board) and provides a wide range of inpatient and day case cancer services for adult oncology and haematology patients including complex chemotherapy, chemo-radiotherapy, clinical trials and biological treatments.
Do you have experience in cancer services or are you looking to develop your clinical knowledge and skills in this field? We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, have excellent communication skills and who will work well with our existing team and the wider MDT.
Our Cancer Services pharmacy team is expanding and these exciting new clinical pharmacists posts have been created to support the development of the already well-established clinical pharmacy services for patients receiving chemotherapy at the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre.
Working closely with clinicians and nursing staff, the post holders will enhance the current team and become experts in their field, leading the clinical pharmacy services for a defined clinical specialty within the Cancer Division, for example chemo/radiation, gynaecological oncology, lung cancers Acute Oncology. Specialty will be based on previous expertise and interest.
Main Duties of the Job
- The pharmacy services are highly regarded within the Cancer Division and the wider Health Board and are recognised as a key element to any clinical service development.
- The Pharmacy team is forward thinking; we embrace change and are constantly looking for ways to improve the service.
- We understand the importance of good team working and have strong links with other professions.
- The patient is at the centre of all that we do and our strategy is to provide a pharmacy service that has medicines optimisation at its heart.
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If you’re looking to advance your career in a place that allows you to reach your goals inside Work and out, North Wales ticks all the boxes. From flexible working options and support for your development you’ll discover a work environment that lets you flourish. With stunning surroundings, affordable housing, great schools and a true sense of community wherever you go, North Wales is the perfect place to settle down on your own or with a family.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our Organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
- Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels.
- Be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MPharm degree or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
- Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacy
Desirable criteria
- Experience in relevant clinical area
- Leadership and management experience
Aptitude And Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- IT literate
- Evidence of implementation of change
- Ability to prioritise and delegate
- Development of protocols and procedures
Values
Essential Criteria
- Committed to self-study and self-development
- Patient Focused
- Ability to meet deadlines
Other
Essential criteria
- Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary.
- Willingness to participate in “on call” out of hours duty roster as necessary.
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