Chief Pharmacist
The Chief Pharmacist will be responsible for leading the Pharmacy service in UPMC Whitfield Hospital, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety are maintained. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and implementation of pharmacy policies and procedures
* Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and professional standards
* Provide guidance and support to pharmacy staff on medicines management and clinical pharmacy services
* Contribute to the development and implementation of hospital-wide initiatives related to quality and safety
* Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and working groups as required
* Act as a leader and role model within UPMC Pharmacy and UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Requirements:
* Registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland or entitlement to be registered
* At least 5 years post-registration experience in a hospital setting, with a broad clinical pharmacy experience and experience of line management
* Formal management and leadership training or equivalent experience in management, training and supervision of Pharmacy staff
* Previous experience of, and participation in, Hospital Accreditation Programme(s)
* Clinical or management experience in the area of Oncology/Haematology Pharmacy
About UPMC:
UPMC is a $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We are inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care through our collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences.
With operations in Ireland including UPMC Whitfield Hospital, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, UPMC Kildare Hospital and UPMC Aut Even Hospital, we provide high-quality healthcare to communities across the region.
As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Our total rewards program offers competitive pay, benefits, performance-related pay and premium pay where applicable, plus opportunities for continued learning and career advancement.