Pharmacist – Rotational Basic Grade

Job Title: Pharmacist – Rotational Basic GradeDepartment: PharmacyReports to: Head of Pharmacy Services/Pharmacy Clinical Services ManagerDate: 2024   Overall Purpose of JobThe purpose of this role is to provide pharmaceutical care to the patients of Beacon Hospital, in accordance with the mission, values, vision and strategic plan of the Hospital.   This role will require the ability to work across the main pharmacy disciplines, including dispensary, clinical ward services, medicines information and Aseptic Services.   Responsibilities and DeliverablesThe purchase, storage and supply of all medicines and related items consistent with quality and value for money.The provision of clinical and dispensary-based services, including the provision of advice to medical and nursing staff.The timely collation and input of all data concerning drug usage in the hospital, in line with departmental policy.The performance of all duties and responsibilities in line with all Pharmacy Department procedures and protocols, as well as hospital wide procedures. Participate in continuing education and research activities consistent with the post.Ensure best practice and compliance with agreed clinical guidelines.Ensure that all departmental and hospital wide Health and Safety protocols and procedures are adhered to and all areas of non-compliance are promptly addressed.Performance of such other duties appropriate to the post, including on call and the participation in extended opening rosters including weekend opening and other such services that may from time to time be introduced by the Director of Pharmacy Services Clinical Service Delivery Dispensary:Participates in dispensing services including the clinical and final accuracy checking of prescriptions / orders for inpatients in accordance with local standards, policies and safe systems of work Supervises work carried out by other pharmaceutical staff as required ensuring compliance with agreed standards. Counsels patients to ensure that they gain maximum benefit from their medicines. Assists medical staff in the undertaking of clinical trials as have been approved by the Ethical Committee by arranging the necessary supplies and aspects of trial protocol affecting pharmacy services in accordance with GCP guidelines & European Directive under the direction of senior members of staff of the Pharmacy department.  Clinical Ward based:Participates in ward and clinical pharmacy services and provides advice to ensure safe and cost effective prescribing and drug expenditure control. Undertakes Medicines reconciliation of patients admitted to hospital to ensure continuity of their medication and record relevant information in order to facilitate the discharge process. This involves communication with the patient, their GP and hospital medical staff and reference to the patient’s notes in order to obtain accurate details of medication, allergies and other relevant clinical information. This will involve checking of the patient’s own medication and assessing it’s suitability for use where appropriate Monitors in-patient prescriptions for clinical accuracy and cost effective prescribing. Assesses the patient’s response to therapy, interprets blood results, and depending on their clinical parameters either adjusts drug doses in accordance with local procedures or advises the clinicians appropriately. Advises on therapeutic drug monitoring as appropriate to ensure patients receive optimum and effective treatment. Monitors and reports Adverse Drug Reactions that patients experience as a result of their medication in line with national guidance. Records clinical interventions and activities in line with local policy  Aseptic ServicesIs responsible for undertaking the technical check and final release for individually dispensed aseptic products prepared including adult intravenous additives and cytotoxic chemotherapy in accordance with the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice, local procedures and policies, and safe systems of work (including Intrathecal Chemotherapy once on the Intrathecal Register).Clinically checks and validates prescriptions received from wards for: a) aseptic products for individual patient including drug / dose / appropriateness for CIVAS items; b) protocol / dosing / dose intervals for chemotherapy; as permitted by local trainingIs responsible for handling queries on preparation details / stabilities / calculations etc. and forwarding to the appropriate persons as required. Undertakes the technical checking procedures of batches of aseptically dispensed products made under manufacturing licence. Training and DevelopmentParticipates in in-service training and continuing education programmes within the department and Trust. Keeps abreast of current pharmaceutical practice and knowledge, attending meetings, courses or conferences as necessary, for Continuing Professional Development in accordance with national guidelines from the PSI/IIOP Undertakes a course of study leading to a diploma/MSc in pharmacy practice where appropriate.Assists in the training of pharmacists, pre-registration pharmacy students, undergraduate pharmacy students, student pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technicians and other healthcare professionals.Participates in the training of hospital staff in pharmacy-related topics as necessary  Information TechnologyCompetent in the use of the hospital-wide electronic/automation solutions, including E-Prescribing, Chemocare Chemotherapy E-Prescribing and Pyxis automated drug cabinets.Provides support to clinical staff on the use of automation/ E-prescribing. QualityParticipate in the JCI Accreditation and adherence to standards and hospital-wide quality management programmes.Ensure that the medication use process is measured, analysed and optimised by undertaking regular clinical audits.Participate in policy formation and the development of pharmaceutical services.Reports all medication incidents in a timely fashion, via the approved reporting system and participates in any remedial actions that are designated the responsibility of the pharmacy department. FlexibilityThe above indicates the main duties of the post, which may be reviewed in the light of experience and developments within the service. This post requires a high level of flexibility to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service. Therefore the post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility as and when required by their manager.Person SpecificationQualificationsBe registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland. ExperienceEssential:Good working knowledge of training and education issues.Working or technical knowledge of new technologies including automationDesirable:Hospital Pharmacy experience is preferred but not essentialExperience of change management Skills & AbilitiesEssential:Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a professional and dedicated attitudeCollaborate with Pharmacy management and other hospital departments to ensure delivery of an effective pharmacy service.Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and othersMaintain quality in own work and encourage others to do soDesirable:Contribute to the improvement of services Personal CompetenciesEssential:Is self-motivated and committed towards quality service provision.Has an inherent person-centred philosophy which is respectful and assertive towards clients, staff and other contacts. Enjoys working as part of a team. Is honest and trustworthy, accurateIs computer literate. Desirable: Can motivate others.This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility and deliverables at the time of its writing. As the Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital.