Job summary
The role of the pharmacy Support Officer (Aseptic) is varied one, you will never be bored!
The Aseptic Unit is a specialised clean area within Pharmacy where injectable products are manufactured. These products treat chemotherapy patients or are used in diagnostic tests.
You will be working in the Aseptic Cleanrooms, carrying out stock control within the Pharmacy Department and delivering medication the ward/clinic areas.
Main duties of the job
Main duties include:-
1. Cleaning of the aseptic cleanrooms and support areas.
2. Disinfecting and transferring work into clean room hatches and isolators.
3. Replenishing stocks in Aseptic areas, maintaining good stock control.
4. Assembling ingredients and sundries needed for preparation.
5. Assisting in the processing of aseptically prepared products.
6. Processing and organisation of the rental laundry service.
7. Assisting in the ordering, receipt and despatch of pharmaceutical products and sundries.. Using the pharmacy computer systems to maintain stock records, documentation and labels where appropriate.
8. Filing of prescriptions and documentation according to local policy andprocedures.
9. Delivering medicines produced by the Aseptic Services section of the pharmacy, to the ward/clinic areas.
10. Safely delivering radiopharmaceuticals to Nuclear Medicine department.
11. Disposing of different types of waste, according to local policy andprocedure.
12. Carrying out selected quality control tests including environmental monitoring.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
The Aseptic Unit is a specialised clean area within Pharmacy where injectable products are manufactured. These products treat chemotherapy patients or are used in diagnostic tests.
The Aseptic service also supplies ready made chemotherapy, intravenous nutrition and other products to hospital patients. The Aseptic team consists of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Senior Pharmacy Support Officers and Pharmacy Support Officers. They all have an important role to play in the provision of high quality medicinal products to the patients.
Come and join us and help make a difference.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
13. 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3 (A* to E) including Maths and English
14. Hold or able to commit to completing a qualification relevant to the role within Aseptic Services or Pharmacy.
Experience
Essential
15. Computer skills
16. Attention to detail
Desirable
17. Work experience in pharmacy
18. Stores / Stock control awareness
19. Experience in cleaning/disinfecting the working environment
20. COSHH