Pharmacy Assistant
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Job summary
We require Pharmacy Assistants to work in our busy unlicensed aseptic unit, providing chemotherapy dispensing services to the Sussex Cancer Centre, Oncology and Haematology ward patients, the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children, Clinical Investigation and Research Unit and other patients within the Trust.
Duties within the aseptic unit include:
- Cytotoxic and monoclonal drug reconstitution
- Worksheet and label preparation
- Assembly of drugs and consumables
- Environmental monitoring
You will also take part in Aseptic-based activities on a weekend, as required.
Previous experience within a pharmacy or an aseptic unit and NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services is desirable but not essential.
Progression to band 3 - NVQ level 2 and some experience at the BSUH Aseptic unit is essential.
Please note that applicants should regularly check both their NHS jobs account and personal email account for notifications, which would include interview invitations.
Previous Applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide assistance in the provision of pharmacy aseptic services at RSCH for patients within the Trust including: preparation of cytotoxic products, worksheet and label preparation and monitoring of the environment.
The job holder will need to be able to work on their own and with other members of the Pharmacy Aseptic Services team. Aseptic duties are to be carried out in line with the aseptic unit standard operating procedures (SOPs). Work within the pharmacy dispensary will be to the standards specified in the following: Pharmacy dispensing and labelling standards, Pharmacy departmental standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance with Responsible Pharmacist legislation.
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Details
Date posted
14 December 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-5746894-OCT23-A
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
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