Deputy Aseptic Accountable and Clinical Pharmacist
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our expanding Aseptic Services team based at Borders General Hospital. The New Aseptic Facility will operate under Section 10 exemption and provide vital IV Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT), Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and high risk CIVAS service, supplying safe, high-quality aseptic products to adult patients across the site.
You will join a dynamic team of dedicated staff and play a key role in implementing new processes, quality improvements, and service developments in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Working alongside the Accountable Pharmacist and Senior Pharmacy Technician, your key roles will be to:
* assist and supervise the dispensing of IV SACT, TPN and high-risk CIVAS items, including reviewing prescriptions for clinical appropriateness and undertaking the final check and release of finished products.
* supervise and support the foundation pharmacists who rotate through Aseptic.
* undertake documentation review, internal and external audit and change management to continually improve the quality of the Aseptic Service.
In this role, you will play a key part in the day-to-day leadership of the aseptic service, ensuring high standards of GMP, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. You will also provide pharmaceutical care to patients within cancer and palliative care.
We Are Looking For
* GPhC-registered Pharmacist
* Completion of post-registration foundation training or equivalent experience
* Understanding of GMP, MHRA guidance, and Quality standards
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
* A team player with the confidence to lead and the curiosity to learn
* Demonstration of provision of patient-focused pharmaceutical care
We are committed to supporting your career with extensive training, continuous professional development opportunities, and a clear pathway for progression within aseptic services with funding available to complete the PTQA diploma/MSc. Whether you have experience in aseptic services or are looking to take the next step in your career, we will provide the support and mentorship you need to thrive.
The postholder will work closely with specialist pharmacists and local multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the developing role of technicians and pharmacy support staff. You will promote robust medicines governance, patient safety initiatives and future developments such as electronic medicines management. The position will include involvement in weekend and out-of-hours pharmacy services.
Additional Information
Located in the South East corner of Scotland, the Scottish Borders region offers excellent schooling and affordable housing, with large cities within easy reach. For more information about the region, visit www.ourscottishborders.com
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact the Pharmacy Administration team on 01896 827702 or Andy Parker (Aseptic Accountable Pharmacist) by emailing.
It is essential that you have checked you have the appropriate right to work in the UK before submitting your application. This post may require a different level of criminal records check from 1 April 2025. If the post is assessed as a regulated role, appointment will be subject to PVG scheme checks. For more details on these changes please visit GOV.UK. Sponsorship via UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible in certain cases. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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