Job summary
Looking for an exciting new challenge within a Pharmacy Aseptic service?
If you have a keen attention to detail, a flexible approach to working, good communication skills and the ability to work in a busy and demanding working environment, then look no further!
We are seeking a Band 2 Pharmacy Support Worker to join our friendly Pharmacy Aseptic Team at our Grimsby Hospital.
You will be supported in your development through our in-house bespoke training plan, which will include dispensing and the ability to prepare intravenous chemotherapy / parental nutrition and other various tasks within our Aseptic unit.
The Trust opened a new high specification Aseptic Preparation Suite at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Grimsby in April 2017 which provides treatments for patients to both Scunthorpe and Grimsby sites.
The person will need to be enthusiastic with good communication skills. Once you have passed our bespoke training programme (circa 12-16 months), you will progress to Band 3 higher-level Pharmacy Support Worker within the team (see Band 3 job description attached for information). Those with relevant previous experience within an Aseptic Service may progress quicker.
If you are interested in applying, please watch the following video to see what is it like to be working in the aseptic unit:
Welcome to Aseptic Unit
Main duties of the job
Main Responsibilities
- Preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy, CIVAS and parenteral nutrition products within the Aseptic Preparation Suite.
- Assist with the delivery of the Clinical Trials service.
- Assist with the environmental monitoring and cleaning of the Aseptic Preparation Suite.
The candidate may be required to work flexibly in supporting the Trust's directive of 7 day working, participating in rotas and / or shift working as necessary including weekend and bank holiday working.
About us
We're a large organisation with three hospitals located in Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole. We also provide community services in North Lincolnshire. Our 6,500 members of staff care for and support a population of more than 400,000 people.
We encourage all our staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' so we can deliver excellent care to our patients. We ask staff to live our values; kindness, courage and respect.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. You could be one of them.
To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://joinnlag.co.uk/
Should we receive a high volume of applications for this vacancy, the advert may be closed earlier than stated. To view a full job description and person specification please see attachments on this advert.
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Please be aware that all newemployees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
Special working conditionsAdhere to associated hygiene and clothing requirements of individual work areas. This may involve: Absence of make-up Removal of jewellery Wearing of protective clothing including hoods, facemasks and gloves. Working in a confined space for up to periods of 3 hours at a time Prepares cytotoxic medicines under COSHH guidelines
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
Special working conditionsAdhere to associated hygiene and clothing requirements of individual work areas. This may involve: Absence of make-up Removal of jewellery Wearing of protective clothing including hoods, facemasks and gloves. Working in a confined space for up to periods of 3 hours at a time Prepares cytotoxic medicines under COSHH guidelines
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oNVQ level 2 Pharmacy Services qualification or equivalent within Pharmacy
- oSound educational background- GCSE level C or above (or equivalent) or proven numeracy/literacy skills to an acceptable level
Desirable
- Willingness to pursue further training
- Computer literate
Occupational Experience
Essential
- oPrevious pharmacy experience in hospital or community pharmacy.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of working in an aseptic unit / clean room environment
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oNVQ level 2 Pharmacy Services qualification or equivalent within Pharmacy
- oSound educational background- GCSE level C or above (or equivalent) or proven numeracy/literacy skills to an acceptable level
Desirable
- Willingness to pursue further training
- Computer literate
Occupational Experience
Essential
- oPrevious pharmacy experience in hospital or community pharmacy.
Desirable
- oPrevious experience of working in an aseptic unit / clean room environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
