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Coordination of the Prescribing and Therapeutics Teaching Program

• Liaise closely with the hospital's placement and coordination teams to plan and integrate ward-based and classroom-based prescribing and therapeutics teaching into the medical student curriculum.

• Ensure the seamless delivery of this critical pharmaceutical education component as per the contractual agreement between Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and the University of Manchester.

Assessment of Medical Students

• Act as an assessor for formal medical student examinations, such as Clinical Case Assessments (CCAs) and the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA).

• Provide valuable informal feedback to students throughout their training to support their development of pharmaceutical knowledge and skills.

Delivery of Educational Sessions

• Employ a diverse range of teaching methods and media, including face-to-face lectures, small group discussions, online modules, and one-on-one instruction.

• Ensure medical students receive a comprehensive, engaging pharmaceutical education that prepares them for their future roles.

Induction and Ongoing Training for Trust Staff

• Provide induction training on safe prescribing and medicines optimisation, as required by the Education & Training team.

• Offer feedback and guidance to newly employed prescribers and other prescribing groups within the trust to maintain high standards of pharmaceutical care.

Supervision of Trainee Pharmacist Education Program

• Serve as the Educational Supervisor for the trust's trainee pharmacists.

• Work closely with NHS England colleagues to incorporate the latest advancements in pharmacist education into the training curriculum.

Provision of Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Services

• Deliver an advanced level of clinical pharmacy service to designated specialist ward areas.

• Contribute to the trust's weekend pharmacy services, enhancing the comprehensive pharmaceutical support available to patients.

Job description

Coordination of the Prescribing and Therapeutics Teaching Program

• Liaise closely with the hospital's placement and coordination teams to plan and integrate ward-based and classroom-based prescribing and therapeutics teaching into the medical student curriculum.

• Ensure the seamless delivery of this critical pharmaceutical education component as per the contractual agreement between Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and the University of Manchester.

Assessment of Medical Students

• Act as an assessor for formal medical student examinations, such as Clinical Case Assessments (CCAs) and the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA).

• Provide valuable informal feedback to students throughout their training to support their development of pharmaceutical knowledge and skills.

Delivery of Educational Sessions

• Employ a diverse range of teaching methods and media, including face-to-face lectures, small group discussions, online modules, and one-on-one instruction.

• Ensure medical students receive a comprehensive, engaging pharmaceutical education that prepares them for their future roles.

Induction and Ongoing Training for Trust Staff

• Provide induction training on safe prescribing and medicines optimisation, as required by the Education & Training team.

• Offer feedback and guidance to newly employed prescribers and other prescribing groups within the trust to maintain high standards of pharmaceutical care.

Supervision of Trainee Pharmacist Education Program

• Serve as the Educational Supervisor for the trust's trainee pharmacists.

• Work closely with NHS England colleagues to incorporate the latest advancements in pharmacist education into the training curriculum.

Provision of Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Services

• Deliver an advanced level of clinical pharmacy service to designated specialist ward areas.

• Contribute to the trust's weekend pharmacy services, enhancing the comprehensive pharmaceutical support available to patients.

What is the salary for this pharmacist role in Preston?

The advertised salary for this pharmacist role at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is £57528.00 to £64750.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacist pay in Preston varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 3 open pharmacy vacancies from Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust across the UK. Browse all Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Preston?

PharmSee is currently tracking 5 active pharmacy vacancies in Preston across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Preston pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

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