OverviewSenior Pharmacist - UPMC Waterford role at UPMC Ireland.Location: UPMC Whitfield HospitalJob type: Permanent - Full TimeResponsibilitiesAct at all times to ensure that the care and safety of patients is prioritized.Understand, model, and promote UPMC core values: Quality and Safety, Dignity and Respect, Caring and Listening, Responsibility and Integrity, Excellence and Innovation.Strategically and operationally lead, manage and develop the provision of pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy services to inpatient wards and clinical areas of UPMC Whitfield Hospital.Achieve and maintain competence in the use and administration of relevant clinical information systems (e.g., Oncology/Haematology clinical information system ARIA), acting as the Pharmacy lead for operational and training issues related to these systems.Demonstrate best practice and relevant competency frameworks for clinical pharmacy services, including services to gastroenterology, surgery, oncology/haematology, and cardiology.Develop and review medication policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines (including those for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT)) within UPMC Whitfield Hospital.Manage safe and cost‑effective entry of new medications onto the hospital formulary, supporting colleagues with expert advice and education as appropriate.Lead the safe and cost‑effective management of stock shortages within UPMC.Assist in managing expanded access or compassionate use programmes, acting as the first point of contact for Consultants to assist with submissions to Drugs and Therapeutics Committee.Lead and oversee development and maintenance of SOPs for procurement, storage, handling, and dispensing of medications; ensure updates align with changing practices and Pharmacy law.Contribute to medicines information and procurement support to clinical staff; develop medicine information resources for clinical colleagues and patients as appropriate in collaboration with senior pharmacology staff.Collaborate with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to optimise workflows relating to medication management and use; contribute to clinical guidelines as part of the MDT.Identify and address deficiencies in medications management systems and processes; report discrepancies or incidents to leadership to support quality improvement.Audit compliance with good clinical practice standards in medicines use (labeling, storage, dispensing, documentation) and develop KPIs for the Pharmacy service.Assist with drug usage reporting to Finance and Hospital leadership; support budget management and horizon scanning in collaboration with the Chief Pharmacist.Identify drug budget savings with MDT to optimise medication use.Participate in MDT meetings, hospital committees and working groups (e.g., Clinical Governance, Drugs and Therapeutics, Medication Management and Use).Act as a leader and role model within UPMC Pharmacy and UPMC Ireland; build partnerships to meet patient and system needs; propose and lead innovation and technological improvements with business cases as appropriate.Coordinate service delivery with other Pharmacists and Technicians to ensure efficient, cohesive teamwork; assist in recruitment, development, mentoring and performance management of staff.Implement and maintain systems for induction and ongoing training of Pharmacy staff; supervise and line manage staff as appropriate.Support colleagues in enhancing skills and assuming advanced responsibilities; ensure adherence to UPMC HR policies; manage performance against competency metrics; participate in performance reviews and appraisals.Oversee attendance and wellbeing within the Pharmacy team; delegate tasks according to skill set; establish collaborative relationships with academic and research partners.Plan and organise a risk-informed audit programme aligned with service goals; undertake and publish Pharmacy practice-based research in line with GCP standards; promote audit and research within the team.Carry out other duties as designated by the Chief Pharmacist, including deputising as required; support Pharmacy Transformation Strategy and continuous professional development; participate in accreditation processes.Qualifications & ExperienceBe registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland or be entitled to be registered.Have at least 4 years of satisfactory post-registration hospital experience.Possess specialised knowledge and management ability for the proper discharge of duties; significant post-registration hospital practice and broad clinical pharmacy experience with line management.Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development and role-specific learning.Excellent planning, organisational and resource management skills; leadership, interpersonal and people management skills; experience of change management and quality improvement initiatives.Formal management and leadership training or equivalent experience in management, training and supervision of Pharmacy staff.Experience of Good Clinical Practice; experience in working within an Aseptic Compounding Unit and/or haematology/oncology units; previous senior-level experience in Cancer specialties.Comprehensive knowledge of the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP); a further qualification such as a post-graduate diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy.Equal Opportunity & BenefitsUPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.We offer a total rewards program that is market competitive and provides growth opportunities for all colleagues.Compensation - Competitive pay including base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents; competitive Pension Plan; death in service benefit x3; critical illness cover for all employees up to age 66.Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance through the ACES programme.Work-Life Balance - Enhanced annual leave up to 27 days; flexible working opportunities.Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities to reach career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.About UPMCUPMC is a $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, based in Pittsburgh, PA, collaborating with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences; operates globally through UPMC Enterprises, and UPMC International.UPMC Whitfield Hospital is part of UPMC Ireland in Waterford, with various sites and services across Ireland.
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