Job Description
Senior Pharmacist - Waterford
Job type: Permanent
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in the delivery and development of a clinical pharmacy service, carrying out prescription review, patient education, and documentation of clinical interventions
Assist in managing the efficient running of the Dispensary
Achieve and maintain competence in the use and administration of the Oncology/Haematology clinical information system (ARIA)
Become fully conversant with best practice and relevant competency frameworks for the delivery of Oncology/Haematology Pharmacy services.
Support the Chief Pharmacist in managing the safe and cost-effective entry of new medications on to the hospital formulary, supporting colleagues in Pharmacy and other disciplines with expert advice and education as appropriate.
Participate in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Contribute to the provision of medicines information and advice on drug availability, appropriate use, and safe administration.
Participate in the development of medicines information resources for clinical colleagues and patients
Collaborate with colleagues in Pharmacy and the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to optimise Pharmacy and Medication
Identify and address deficiencies in medications management systems and processes, where applicable.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, hospital committees and working groups as required e.g. Clinical Governance, Drugs and Therapeutics, Medication Safety, Medication Management and Use.
Assist in the training, development, mentoring and motivation of staff to maximise performance and delivery of service objectives and priorities.
Supervise and line manage staff within the Pharmacy service as appropriate to the role and as required by the Chief Pharmacist.
Support Pharmacy colleagues in enhancing their skills and assuming additional and advanced responsibilities.
Participate in collaborative relationships with academic and research partners as appropriate to the role and as required by the Chief Pharmacist.
Participate in the planning and organising of a risk-informed audit programme
Participate in the Hospital's accreditation process.
Qualifications & Experience:
Be registered with the pharmaceutical society of Ireland
Essential minimum 3 years experience in a clinical setting
Significant, proven post-registration hospital practice experience, with a broad clinical pharmacy experience and experience of line management.
Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development and role-specific learning.
If you would like further information on the role call Nicola on or email