Prison Pharmacist

Global Healthcare Jobs, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency is looking for a Prison Cleared Pharmacist to work full-time based at HMP Whealstun.

The pay rate for this locum Prison/HMP Pharmacist job is £40 per hour (Assignment rate) and is an ongoing contract.

Benefits of working in a prison:

• Adding additional experience and variety to your pharmacy CV which will increase your application journey when applying for future roles
• Gaining prison clearance (if you don’t already) which will make you more of an attractive proposition to future prison employers
• The ability to work shifts around hours that suit your lifestyle as shifts are readily available across sociable and unsociable hours
• Prison experience can often lead to rapid career progression especially within education, research and management
• Stringent training and regulations making it a safe place to work for healthcare professionals

Benefits of working with us:

• Fully online and paperless registration serviceFree DBS and compliance service including paid for mandatory e-learning and practical training modules (if applicable)
• Exclusive access to roles that aren’t available with other agencies; NHSBT, The Home Office and Vaccination Centres (private and public) are just some of the projects we’ve recently recruited to.
• £250 refer a friend bonus once referral has worked 100 hours (uncapped – T&Cs apply)
• Registration body costs covered based on length of service (T&Cs apply)
• Find your own job bonus – Receive £250 for bringing your own position to us
• Clinical governance and revalidation support from an in-house qualified health professional with over 15 years’ experience
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive experience within the healthcare sectoR
• Daily payroll and in-house payroll system

Main Duties:

• Dispense prescribed medications to inmates, ensuring accurate dosage and proper labeling of medications.
• Conduct medication reviews and assess the appropriateness of prescribed medications for inmates, taking into consideration potential drug interactions and contraindications.
• Provide medication counseling and education to inmates, explaining proper administration, potential side effects, and the importance of compliance.
• Oversee the administration of medications to inmates, ensuring compliance with proper protocols and regulations.
• Maintain an inventory of medications, including procurement, storage, and distribution, while adhering to security measures.
• Maintain accurate records of all medication transactions, including dispensed medications and controlled substances, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and mental health specialists, to optimize medication therapy for inmates.
• Monitor inmates for the effectiveness and safety of their medications, and make recommendations for adjustments or changes as necessary.
• Implement safety measures to prevent medication errors and diversion, including regular audits of medication storage areas.
• Ensure strict control and documentation of controlled substances, including adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the legitimacy of medication requests and prescriptions, preventing unauthorized access to medications.
• Conduct health education programs for inmates, addressing topics related to medication management, chronic disease management, and substance abuse prevention.
• Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies, such as drug overdoses, and provide appropriate interventions, including administering antidotes when necessary.
• Stay up-to-date with all relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines related to pharmacy practice in a correctional facility.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the healthcare services provided within the prison, including medication-related processes.
• Implement infection control measures related to medication preparation and administration to prevent the spread of diseases within the prison population.
• Promote overall health and wellness among inmates, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices and preventive healthcare practices.
• Adhere to security protocols and safety measures to protect both inmates and staff from harm and maintain a secure environment.
• Maintain comprehensive and confidential records of pharmaceutical care provided to inmates.
• Stay current with advancements in pharmacy practice through ongoing education and training.

Requirements of the Prison/HMP Pharmacist:

• Must be registered on the GPHC as a pharmacist/must have a relevant qualification in pharmacy
• Prison clearance and experience is essential
• CTC clearance is essential

Contact:

This Prison/HMP Pharmacist job is advertised by Brandon Allen; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.

We welcome applications from Pharmacists who meet the above requirements.

Regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet these requirements for this role as we need to meet our clients requirements, but please feel free to browse our open roles that may be more suitable for you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.