Band 8a Biologics Pharmacist

JOB-20240830-fed11a3d

Band 8a Biologics Pharmacist

Position: Band 8a Biologics Pharmacist
Location: Basildon, Essex
Specialism: Clinical Pharmacist - Biologics / Specialist Medicines
Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour
Type: Full Time, Ongoing

Join the esteemed team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust as a Band 8a Biologics Pharmacist, where you will play a pivotal role in optimising biologic treatment pathways and advancing pharmaceutical care. Based in Basildon, this full-time locum opportunity offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Perks and Benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy stability and structure while advancing your career in the specialist field of biologics.

• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive £36 per hour, providing flexibility and rewarding commitment.

• Professional Growth: Gain invaluable experience through diverse and dynamic locum assignments.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, nurses, and pharmacy professionals.

• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a flexible schedule within a supportive and progressive NHS trust.

What You Will Do

• Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy input within the biologics service, ensuring the safe and effective use of high-cost medicines.

• Provide expert pharmaceutical advice to clinicians, nursing staff, and patients on biologic therapies.

• Review and approve prescriptions in line with national and local formulary guidance.

• Lead patient education and counselling sessions on biologic treatments, focusing on adherence and safety.

• Support the development and review of prescribing guidelines and formulary updates.

• Monitor treatment outcomes, conduct audits, and contribute to pharmacovigilance reporting.

• Drive service improvement initiatives and contribute to clinical governance processes.

• Supervise and mentor junior pharmacists, pre-registration trainees, and pharmacy technicians.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Pharmac