Role Summary
Are you an experienced Clinical Pharmacist looking to move into a management role, or a Senior Pharmacy Technician looking to progress your career? Are you keen to develop your leadership skills, while supporting a talented group of professionals who make a positive difference to patient care?
As a Pharmacy Operations Manager at the Royal Devon, you will become a senior member of our fast-paced and friendly Pharmacy team, and play a crucial role in delivering a high-quality clinical pharmacy service.
We’re offering a rare opportunity to develop your skills, career progression, exposure to a wide range of pharmacy areas, competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.
We understand that relocating for a new role can be a significant step, both personally and financially. That’s why we offer a generous package of support, including financial assistance, to help ease the transition for those considering relocation. If you are relocating to North Devon for this role, we can offer either an annual accommodation allowance or a relocation allowance (the former for those renting a property and the latter for those buying a property). For full details on these packages of support, please contact us.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
This position is tailor-made for a Pharmacy professional who wants to work with different teams and further develop our service; someone who can demonstrate initiative and a passion for continuous improvement.
Based within our pharmacy, you will:
- Deputise for the associate director of pharmacy
- Provide leadership and operational management for Northern pharmacy services including managing the dispensary manager, lead homecare technician and senior quality assurance technician
- Work with internal and external partners to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines
- Work with pharmacy procurement and clinical teams to ensure best value for money around medication
- Support safe management of drug alerts, recalls/withdrawals to minimise any risk to patients
Who you'll work with:
In this role, you'll collaborate with a supportive team of professionals, including all Pharmacy staff, Nurses, Clinicians, Non-Clinical staff and Managers (including our finance colleagues), as well as other healthcare providers (eg Homecare providers).
Who we're looking for:
We're seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist or an experienced Pharmacy Technician who’s ready for a more senior post and who has a track record of delivering within the Pharmacy department.
What we offer:
Training and development opportunities are in good supply here. Whether you’re interested in clinical or leadership development courses, we'll support you in finding the best way to grow. We’re passionate about supporting your wellbeing too. All new team members have a tailored induction and join our pharmacy buddy scheme. You’ll have a support network to help you find your feet in the first few days and weeks. Plus, there’s Trust-wide events and activities focussed on your health and wellbeing.
Ready to apply?
If you have read this far, we’d love to hear from you! Please feel free to reach out for an informal chat at your convenience. We’re happy to discuss any aspects of the role, the location, or any other burning questions you may have. Please see contact details below.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week.
Interview Date: Thursday 29th July 2024.
For further information please contact: Tracey Foss, Chief Pharmacist on 01392 406039 or tracey.foss@nhs.net.
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.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
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 are 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 will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
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 will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will 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 would love to hear from you.
