Principal Pharmacist Immunisation and Antimicrobial Stewardship

To be a key member of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) Pharmacy Leadership Team as well as a member of both the CTMUHB Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) and Immunisation Leadership teams.

To lead on local implementation of the National Action Plan (NAP) for antimicrobial resistance, delivering on national indicators for AMS in CTMUHB, and support the delivery of the National Immunisation Framework (NIF) for Wales.

To lead a dynamic team in delivering an effective antimicrobial stewardship and immunisation service: supporting managers and staff across all care groups and the immunisation directorate, regional COVID vaccination programme, and wider health system(s).

Use expert knowledge to support vaccination across CTMUHB, ensuring awareness of the relevant characteristics of the vaccines and the implications this has for vaccine efficacy and patient safety.

The post holder will undertake analysis of complex data and produce reports to support delivery of the work programme and provide assurance on delivery to key stakeholders.

The post holder will establish good working relationships with all senior stakeholders and provide support to project and work stream leads across directorates and throughout the wider region.

It should be noted that as this is an evolving programme of work and roles and responsibilities may change over time. The post holder will therefore be required to work flexibly to support the needs of the team., Work within the overall strategic objectives to devise, implement and monitor the agreed strategy.Develop and implement qualitative and quantitative measures to determine performance against the organisational strategy. Report progress against the strategy through personal representation at senior management forums and by written reports. Tailoring delivery to meet the needs of the audience.Ensure that best practice is developed and delivered at organisational and departmental levels.Ensure that appropriate strategies are employed in line with business objectives and that these are fully cascaded.Support and contribute to formal negotiations with senior level internal and external stakeholders, providing a high level of negotiating expertise to secure the most advantageous arrangements.Track progress against plans and transition milestones, ensuring appropriate processes are in place to flag issues, risks and concerns with the relevant stakeholders.Devise, manage and update policies and
procedures, ensuring the adoption of best practice methodology, rules, standards and thresholds.Support the creation and locally implements the operational strategy and business plan, clearly identifying links to national, regional and local priorities and policy objectives. Contribute to the development and implementation of general policy and service development.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.