Overview
Would you like to start a rewarding career in the National Health Service undertaking a role in a busy Pharmacy Aseptic Unit? The Pharmacy Aseptic Unit at University Hospital Coventry is a specialised service preparing medicines aseptically as well as dispensing some Parenteral Nutrition products and a small range of other IV products. Suitable candidates would be required to work in a cleanroom environment where duties are interesting and varied. Duties range from drug preparation, cleaning, stock management and monitoring of the cleanroom environment and equipment.
Closing Date: this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
To dispense aseptically prepared items in line with aseptic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ensuring that standards of quality, accuracy and timeliness are met. To work under the supervision of the aseptic unit workload Co-ordinators, technicians or pharmacists.
Responsibilities
* To assist with any appropriate elements of the manufacturing processes within the aseptic unit if required.
* Receive into the unit clinically verified work requests from clinics and wards. Provide the clinic or ward staff with information on when the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Answer basic queries concerning the supply of medication from the aseptic unit, including phone queries, referring them to a Co-ordinator, technician or pharmacist to answer any clinical or technical query.
* To support the clinical verification process, obtaining and organising prescriptions for the pharmacist to screen prior to being sent to the aseptic unit.
* Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Adhere to all relevant SOPs in the aseptic unit. Ensure stock is rotated and in date. Participate in the ordering and receipt process for the aseptic unit.
* Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.
* Work flexibly across all the Pharmacy departments, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.
* Participate in appropriate training and development activities including personal development and the education and training of colleagues.
* Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed objectives.
* Participate in weekend, late night and Bank Holiday working as may be required.
* Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Working with the Team
You will work closely with the rest of the pharmacy team to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to all patients at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire. We pride ourselves on our pharmacy mission statement; the Trust is committed to minimising environmental impact and promoting sustainability.
Pre-employment and Recruitment
If you are successful at interview you will receive a conditional offer of employment and we will ask you for information to carry out pre-employment checks. You must complete all pre-employment checks to progress to a final unconditional offer. We must confirm the identity of staff and their right to work in the United Kingdom. You will be asked to submit proof of identity and right to work documents via a secure digital platform approved by the Home Office, named TrustID. Alternatively, you may be asked to attend our office with original documents. Depending on your level of exposure to patients you may be required to undertake a Standard or Enhanced DBS. The cost of this check will be charged to you and deducted from your salary over the first 3 months of employment at the current rate. All correspondence will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk/SPAM folders.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a service that works hard behind the scenes to ensure that patients receive the very best treatment. You will join a friendly, experienced and hardworking team who are proud to make a difference to improving the lives of patients. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, and full training will be provided with opportunities for further qualifications. Applicants should have good communication and organisational skills; be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and able to work well in a changing environment. Computer skills are required, and the role may be physically demanding. You must be willing to learn, take responsibility, and work well within a diverse team of Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacists, Nurses and Clerical staff. You will also be expected to develop good working relationships with other departments within the Pharmacy and Hospital.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. The Trust is recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. By joining our team, you will have access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
The Trust is committed to building an inclusive organisation that values diverse perspectives and respects rights, fairness, and dignity. If you are shortlisted for interview, you may participate in a Values Based Interview/Assessment that explores how and why you do what you do.
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