About this role
Job summary
The post holder undertakes high-level technical duties in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit.
To work under the supervision of the Pharmacy Aseptic Technician Team Manager to deliver and develop the aseptic dispensing service in accordance with current agreed Trust objectives and nationally agreed NHS priorities, ensuring all practices meet current statutory and legal requirements to ensure best quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
Aseptic Duties
To undertake the aseptic dispensing process according to SOP's once a required level of competence and validation has been achieved. Concentration at all times to minimise the risk of medication errors. Working in a busy aseptic unit environment with frequent interruptions. A large proportion of the day spent standing or working at a computer. Working in an environment handling hazardous compounds such as cytotoxic medicines, monoclonal antibodies, radiopharmaceuticals, industrial ethanol and other cleaning products, and handling sharps To be responsible for checking Electronic Medicines Management work list To assist Senior Education and Training Pharmacy Technician by mentoring a range of staff To carry out the checking of prescriptions and related items, as per the departmental Accredited Checking Technician program and also undergo annual re-assessment of competency of this role in line with the regional framework To participate in the ordering, stock checks and stock control of medicines in each area of the pharmacy, ensuring efficient use of pharmaceuticals and resources You will be required to undertake activities in relation to clinical trials in line with standing operating procedures To follow guidance on rotas and prioritise own workload accordingly, in conjunction with the Senior Technician of the section.
About us
CHFT is an integrated acute and community Trust serving diverse communities across Calderdale and Kirklees, with strong partnerships across West Yorkshire. We are proud of our One Culture of Care -- caring for each other with the same compassion, kindness and respect that we show our patients -- and of the values that underpin how we work: we put people first, we go see, we work together to get results, and we do the must dos.
CHFT is recognised as a forward looking, digitally enabled Trust, with a strong track record of using data, innovation and system collaboration to improve quality, safety and outcomes. We are ambitious about the role that acute trusts play in prevention, population health and reducing inequalities, and this post sits at the heart of that agenda.
Job description Job responsibilities
Dispensary Duties:
To carry out the dispensing and issue of prescriptions in the Pharmacy of the base hospital
To query prescriptions with prescribers, within the capabilities of a Band 5 technician, or when delegated to do so by a pharmacist
To contribute to the efficient use of the drug budget through effective medicines management whilst dispensing and checking prescriptions
To mentor staff through the Controlled Drug training package and rotation
To process controlled drug orders and prescriptions
To competently assess situations, some of which may be of a complex nature and need analysis, and make judgements concerning availability of non-formulary medicines informing the relevant senior member of staff if necessary
Please see the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge Essential
Demonstrable experience of undertaking high level patient focused technical duties in a hospital or community setting. Good knowledge of dispensing standards and legislation relating to hospital pharmacy Able to pay meticulous attention to detail Able to prioritise workload Good training and supervisory skills Calm and professional manner under pressure Good oral and written communication skills Good problem solving skills Self motivated Demonstratable commitment to CPD Basic audit skills Computer literate
Qualifications & Training Essential
BTEC/NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy services, including underpinning knowledge, or other equivalent qualification recognized by the General Pharmaceutical Council Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Accredited Checking Technician
Communication & Relationships Essential
Able to work on own or as part of a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Address Calderdale Royal Hospital
Halifax
HX3 0PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)