Medicines Management Specialist
hace 3 días
Glasgow
Medicines Management Specialist - Neurodiversity Team Location: Remote Contract: Permanent | Full-time Are you an experienced Pharmacist and Independent Prescriber looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a large Mental Health Provider, is looking for a Medicines Management Specialist to join their Neurodiversity team. What You’ll Do: • Provide clinical input on side effects and medication safety in collaboration with prescribers., • Oversee all repeat prescriptions (NHS and private), ensuring alignment with titration outcomes and clinical recommendations., • Support and quality-check the implementation of the NHS Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) for ADHD medications., • To participate in the development and delivery of the ADHD Service, to ensure continuity of supply of medicines and support patients as they move between episodes of care and care settings., • Liaise with the in-house cardiac physiologist to assess and coordinate further investigations (e.g., ECG) prior to medication initiation when required., • Assist in policy and procedure implementation within the pharmacy team., • Review all medication use regularly, actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, ensure optimum administration times, documentation of doses outside normal limits, appropriate blood tests carried out. What We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited Independent Prescribing (IP) course and have at least 2 years of post-qualification prescribing experience in ADHD medications (both stimulant and non-stimulant)., • Demonstrated experience in prescribing ADHD medications (both stimulant and non-stimulant), and a range of mental health medications, including; antipsychotics, antidepressants and anxiolytics as part of clinical practice., • Postgraduate qualification in mental health therapeutics, or willing to study for such., • Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (includes Degree in pharmacy, one-year preregistration training and final examination)., • Experience of using CRM Tools, • Clear understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality in all areas of work including phone conversations, written materials and computerised materials and processes., • In-depth knowledge of ADHD medications, including their mechanisms, side effects, and appropriate use It is important to note, that this is not a patient facing role. Why Join? You’ll be part of a leading team in Mental Health Services with a genuine possibility to make a difference to patients' lives. Benefits: • 33 Days annual leave (inc. 8 public holidays.), • Pension scheme. To register your interest in this role or to find out more, don't hesitate to get in touch with Chris or Sophia via T: 0203 910 0570