Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer Aseptic Services Progression Post
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
To undertake a structured competency-based training programme in order to develop the knowledge and skills required to become a band 3 Pharmacy Assistant in Aseptic Services.
To work as part of the Pharmacy Aseptic Team in providing an efficient, effective and safe pharmaceutical Aseptic service to patients and UHL staff, in accordance with departmental and Trust standards and procedures.
Main duties of the job
This post is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to become an integral part of our Aseptic team. We are looking for someone with a professional outlook and dedication to providing a high standard service.
This is a fixed term two-year training and development post beginning at a band 2 grade and allowing for entry without previous pharmacy experience or a NVQ level 2. On successful completion of the pharmacy NVQ level 2 course, you will move to a permanent band 3 role.
The role will be interesting and varied during your training and will include assisting with stock control, cleaning and maintenance of the department and monitoring of the environment and equipment.
Job responsibilities
You will work under the supervision of a pharmacist and senior Technicians to obtain competence to dispense aseptically prepared products, in accordance with professional standards and good dispensing practices defined by The Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services, Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice and to have read and understood the UHL Intrathecal Policy and National Guidelines.
To aseptically prepare and supply, under the supervision of a pharmacist, intravenous injections including cytotoxics and other aseptically dispensed items in unit dose form in accordance with SOPs.
You will work in a team which includes Pharmacists, Technicians, Assistants and Administration staff.
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
* GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)
* NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services
Experience
* Pharmacy or retail experience
Communication and relationship skills
* Good written and verbal communication
* Dealing with customers
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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