Mediplacements are looking for an experienced band 8A HMP Prison Pharmacist to work at a prison in London.

The pay for this position is £30-£35 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an on-going duration.

Job Description:
* Maintain and improve standards of clinical pharmacy practice, quality assurance, risk management and other issues of clinical governance related to medicines optimisation within the Health & Justice Service Lines.
* To lead, develop, deliver and evaluate pharmacy and medicine optimisation services on behalf of CNWL to all Surrey Cluster Prisons.
* Lead, develop and manage the pharmacy team, alongside the Health and Justice Lead Pharmacist.
* To lead and deliver as appropriate a comprehensive medicines optimisation service to patients across the Health & Justice Service Lines and to the multidisciplinary treatment teams responsible for their care.
* To work closely with all Prescribers to ensure medicine continuity and manage the repeat prescription process.
* To lead on pharmacist lead clinics as Medicine Structure Review Clinics, and facilitate other pharmacy technician clinic like Medicine Compliance Clinics.
* To act as an Non-Medical Prescribers, when appropriate, under the supervision of the GP.
* To manage the cost-effective ordering of medicines and medical consumables as well as pharmacy staff resources.
* To ensure service compliance with medicines legislation in particular controlled drugs legislation.
* To provide input into policy, procedures, audit and research affecting the use of pharmaceuticals across the Health & Justice Service Lines and other CNWL Foundation Trust sites where appropriate.
* To work closely with the CNWL medicines management team to ensure the development of pharmacy services and that they are in line with community and national initiatives.
* To liaise with the prison pharmacy supply function, prison security and healthcare functions to ensure provision of an effective dispensing and supply service.
* To attend senior meetings when necessary, as per Head of Healthcare delegation.
* To be responsible for updating and maintaining actions plans in relation to aspect of medicines management under the control of the pharmacy service.
* To provide data for Key Performance Indicators set by the commissioner and the CQC 'Provider Compliance Assessments' in relation to medicines optimisation. They will be responsible for putting actions in place to address any shortfalls.
* To manage the Medicines Optimisation Groups.
* To liaise with the external pharmacy provider to ensure appropriate and safe delivery of medicines.

When you work with Mediplacements, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

Apply now to take your career as a pharmacist to the next level with Mediplacements.