Job summary
The Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is expanding and we are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working Pharmacy Support Worker to join our friendly team on a one-year fixed-term basis. This role will primarily be based at Peterborough City Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital but may also require travel to other Trust sites as needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in clinical trials within a hospital pharmacy setting, contributing to the safe and effective management of investigational medicines. Essential Criteria
* Level 2 Pharmacy qualification approved by the GPhC or an equivalent qualification that includes dispensing modules. Candidates with overseas qualifications must obtain an equivalency assessment from UK ENIC to confirm their qualification meets the required standard.
* Strong organisational, communication and computer skills, with the ability to work methodically and maintain excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to demonstrate the Trust values and work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable Criteria
* Previous experience in a hospital pharmacy or clinical trials setting (preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided).
* Knowledge of clinical trials, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and pharmacy regulations.
Main duties of the job
* Support the Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Trials team in providing a comprehensive and specialist pharmacy service for clinical trials.
* Assist with the ordering, receipt, storage, supply and monitoring of medications used in clinical trials, ensuring full compliance with current medicines legislation and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
* Maintain accurate trial records and assist in the preparation of documentation for regulatory and audit purposes.
* Provide patient counselling and medication information as appropriate for clinical trial participants.
* Ensure all investigational medicines are handled, stored, and dispensed in accordance with protocol requirements and safety regulations.
* Work collaboratively with the wider pharmacy and research teams to support the efficient and effective delivery of clinical trials.
About us
Additional Information
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
* Working across sites: This role requires travel between Trust locations, so flexibility and the ability to travel between sites as needed are essential.
Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical trials while contributing to pioneering research that impacts patient care. You will work within a supportive team environment, receive full training and develop key skills within a hospital pharmacy and research setting.
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this position please read the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
* Level 2 Pharmacy qualification approved by the GPhC or an equivalent qualification that includes dispensing modules. Candidates with overseas qualifications must obtain an equivalency assessment from UK ENIC to confirm their qualification meets the required standard.
* Commitment to continuing personal development
Experience
Essential
* Proven track record in Pharmacy
Desirable
* Experience of staff supervision
* Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
Knowledge
Essential
* Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Knowledge of current medicines legislation
Desirable
* Understanding of pharmacy stock control computer system
* Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
* Experience of working in an aseptic unit
Key Skills & Abilities
Essential
* Good customer skills
* Ability to work with minimal supervision, using initiative and working to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
* Ability to prioritise own workload effectively
* Ability to deal with staff, patients and their relatives in a sympathetic manner and within competency
Other
Essential
* Appreciation of confidentiality issues
* Flexible approach to workload to meet service needs
* Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure
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.
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
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