Job Title: Prison Pharmacist
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced pharmacist to join our team as a prison pharmacist. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for contributing to the provision of prison pharmacy services.
Key Responsibilities:
* To undertake regular audits of prescribing practices within the Irish Prison Service to ensure compliance with all relevant policy and guidance.
* To participate in the development, implementation, and audit of guidelines related to the use of medicines.
* To provide expert advice on the use of specialist medicines, including those used to treat Hep C and ARVs.
* To support the IPS Covid vaccination program with respect to logistics, medication management, and safety, and pharmacovigilance.
* To provide advice, as required, to medical and nursing staff on the proper and economic use of drugs and medicines.
* To ensure the safe use of medicines by evaluating and managing risks associated with their use.
* To participate in multidisciplinary committees, such as the IPS Drugs & Therapeutics committee.
* To conduct audits and other active research to promote medicines safety and minimize error.
Requirements:
* To be registered as a pharmacist with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI) or to be entitled to be so registered.
* To have at least two years' satisfactory post-registration experience.
* To possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and management ability, for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
About Us:
We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development. We are committed to providing excellent patient care and promoting a culture of excellence throughout our organization.