Job summaryClinical Governance Co-ordinator - Pharmacy AfC Band 6 37.5 hrs (Mon-Fri) fixed term/secondmentWe are looking for an enthusiastic, efficient and organised individual to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract or secondment until the substantive postholder returns from maternity leave. The job description/structure are generic for these posts within the Trust, this post is fully Pharmacy based.The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the medicines safety team to work with divisional teams delivering aspects of clinical governance for medicines management. This includes supporting incident and risk management; clinical audit etc. and medicines knowledge is not an essential requirement.The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of risk management issues, an eye for detail and be able to deliver to deadlines. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are essential for this post within a busy pharmacy department supporting patient care.Main duties of the jobTo support local clinical governance meetings ensuring that agendas and all associated papers are prepared and circulated in a timely mannerTo design, undertake and support audit projectsTo maintain and update department audit forward plan, producing reports as necessary for monitoring and assurance purposes.Ensure the timely review, update and approval of patient information leaflets and internal clinical guidelines / SOPsTo disseminate NICE guidance and support in providing a compliance response to the Governance Support Unit including documenting and monitoring any implementation actions which ariseDisseminate National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA) alerts and notices with the department and ensure that responses are provided to the Governance Support Unit in a timely mannerSupport the division in the collection and co-ordination of data for submission towards the CQC inspections.Look to continually improve own practice and offer suggestions for improving the service provided to the divisionAbout usAll new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the full job description for full details of responsibilities and duties if you have any queries please email Debra.Jones1@nhs.netPerson SpecificationQualifications, Specific Experience & TrainingEssentialDegree or relevant experienceExperience in audit/research/project management/risk managementECDL Advanced or equivalent experience oRelevant NHS/Hospital experienceClinical Audit methodologies/techniquesWorking in multi-disciplinary teamsSubstantial experience working in clinical governance or clinical audit roleKnowledge and SkillsEssentialExcellent written skillClinical Audit methodologies/techniquesBasic Analytical techniquesKnowledge of Risk Management IssuesMicrosoft Computer Package Including Excel. Word, PowerPoint and AccessInterpretation of electronic dataExcellent organisational abilityAbility to work in a busy office environmentUse a computer for long periods on a daily basisQuestionnaire DesignKnowledge of Trust policies relevant to the post including confidentiality, information governance, data protection, equality and diversity and health and safetyKnowledge and SkillsEssentialExcellent interpersonal communication skills with a wide range of peopleGood understanding of NHS structureProject Management SkillsReport writingPresentation SkillsFlexible approach to working across teamsExcellent 'Time Management' skillsAbility to deal with frequent interruptionsAbility to concentrate continuously for long periodsAbility to plan their days/weeks to achieve set objectivesDemonstrate excellent attention to detailPersonal AttributesEssentialAble to create working relationships and build teamsAble to respond positively to change and able to learn from experienceDiplomacy and respect for confidential informationSelf-motivated - able to act on own initiativeMature attitude Treat other staff and visitors with dignity and respectOther RequirementsEssentialThis is a cross site post, travel between sites will be required using the Trust's inter-site transportDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameWirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustAddressArrowe Park HospitalUpton RoadBirkenheadCH49 5PEEmployer's websitehttps://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)