Job summary
Would you like to start a rewarding career in the National Health Service undertaking training to obtain a RQF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services? Or perhaps you are already a qualified RQF (or equivalent) Level 2 Pharmacy Assistant looking for a change. We are looking for a dedicated, organised and motivated person to join us as an Aseptic Dispensing Assistant Technical Officer.
Main duties of the job
You will 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.Applicants should have good communication & organisational skills; be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and able to work well in an environment of change and transition. Applicants must also have computer skills and be able to work well under pressure.You must be willing to learn and take responsibility, working well within a diverse team consisting 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.
You will work closely with the rest of the pharmacy team to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to all patients within the Trust.
We pride ourselves on our pharmacy mission statement:
'Delivering patient focused excellence in medicines use'
Closing Date: Please be advised that 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.
About us
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. 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.
2. To assist with any appropriate elements of the manufacturing processes within the aseptic unit if required.
3. Receive into the unit clinically verified work requests from clinics and wards. Provide the clinic or ward staff with appropriate information on when the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Answer any 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.
4. To support the clinical verification process for prescriptions to be sent to the aseptic unit.
5. 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.
6. Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.
7. Work flexibly across all the Pharmacy departments, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.
8. Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.
9. Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
10. Participate in weekend, late night and Bank Holiday working as may be required.
11. Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Please see attached Job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. 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.
2. To assist with any appropriate elements of the manufacturing processes within the aseptic unit if required.
3. Receive into the unit clinically verified work requests from clinics and wards. Provide the clinic or ward staff with appropriate information on when the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Answer any 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.
4. To support the clinical verification process for prescriptions to be sent to the aseptic unit.
5. 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.
6. Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.
7. Work flexibly across all the Pharmacy departments, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.
8. Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.
9. Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
10. Participate in weekend, late night and Bank Holiday working as may be required.
11. Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Please see attached Job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Desirable
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.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
