Position Details
* Posting Date: 28 May 2024
* Salary: £25,147.00 to £27,596.00 per year
* Additional Salary Information: £25,147.00 – £27,596.00 per year
* Hours: Full time
* Closing Date: 05 June 2024
* Location: Wakefield, WF1 4DG
* Company: NHS Jobs
* Job Type: Permanent
* Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047
Key Responsibilities
Medicines Supply:
* Dispense and issue medications to patients using actual or faxed prescriptions.
* Provide advice to patients on effective and safe medication use.
* Handle payment for prescription charges and issue receipts when needed.
* Maintain accurate records for stock control and prescription issues using paper and computerised Pharmacy Information System (PIS).
* Coordinate with Procurement staff for urgent medication requirements and inform patients and healthcare staff about any supply issues.
* Dispense clinical trial medications and complete required documentation according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Handle specialist hospital-only and unlicensed medicines, ensuring detailed records.
* Dispense oral chemotherapy medications following SOP precautions.
* Replenish out-of-hours medicine cupboards, including A&E and Emergency drug cupboards, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
* Assist the lead Homecare Technician with the supply of medicines through Homecare Services, including order reviews and invoice reconciliation.
Medicines Management:
* Foster effective communication between Pharmacy and Ward staff for a safe, efficient, and cost-effective medicines management service.
* Work with nursing staff and ward Pharmacist on new admissions, discharges, and transfers to prioritize Pharmacy services.
* Respond to queries from nurses and other healthcare professionals, referring clinical issues to the Pharmacist.
* Support medicines management pharmacists in developing and maintaining care plans for ward patients, including:
o Assisting in taking accurate medication histories.
o Leading assessments and reviews of medicines brought in by patients.
o Educating patients on treatment changes and medication self-management where appropriate.
o Coordinating with PCTs, GPs, Community Pharmacists, and carers for seamless care through accurate transmission of medicines-related information.
o Ensuring the safety and appropriateness of medicines for patients at discharge.
* Collaborate with and train nursing staff on medicine management policies.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing high-quality pharmaceutical care and meet the job requirements, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Apply for this job through the NHS Jobs portal using Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047.
Don’t miss the opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on improving patient outcomes through effective medicines management.
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