Higher Level Pharmacy Technician - Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS)/Infection Control
We are looking for an experienced, registered Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacists in antimicrobial stewardship activities across the sites, including ward rounds, audits and sharing of reports. You will ensure delivery of agreed AMS strategies and action plans, implement risk reduction strategies and support education and awareness campaigns.
Responsibilities
* Support antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) activities, including participation in ward rounds, audits, and sharing reports.
* Supervise and mentor pharmacy technicians, ensuring delivery of agreed AMS strategies and action plans, and act as a role model in AMS practice.
* Manage antimicrobial stock and supply in line with local guidance and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote best practice.
* Assist in the implementation of risk reduction strategies, support education and AMS awareness campaigns, provide patient counselling on antimicrobial therapies as needed, and contribute to quality improvement projects.
* Maintain AMS competency frameworks, develop standard operating procedures, and collect data for clinical audits and performance monitoring to enhance antimicrobial use and patient safety across the Trust.
Contact
Name: Ana Megias-Bas
Job title: Lead Antimicrobial Pharmacist
Email address: ana.megiasbas@nhs.net
Telephone number: 03033 303944
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