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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Assist the Lead Pharmacy Technician in directing, supervising and coordinating the daily running of the SDU according to standard operating procedures.
To ensure that batch and PS doses are dispensed and delivered to the correct day unit/ward in good time ahead of patients chair time.
Work with Trust operational leads and pharmacy aseptic unit staff to optimise the delivery of batch and PS doses from the SDU.
To support the management of the batch and PS supply pathway including the efficient transfer of medicines to clinical areas.
To liaise with clinical unit and pharmacy staff colleagues to resolve any queries or problems with patient's treatments.
Ensure good communication to support the SDU pathway by working closely with the pharmacy aseptic unit staff, stores/procurement, clinical trials and all other relevant pharmacy teams in order to ensure that a seamless high-quality service is provided.
To participate with all activities within the SDU when required and to work as an Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) in order to undertake final accuracy checks on dispensed batch and PS products.
Manage and prioritise own workload; be proactive and use initiative.
To support with audits, data collection and implementation of developments to enhance the SDU service to the patients.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
NVQ level 3/BTEC equivalent in Pharmaceutical Science Registered as a pharmacy technician with GPhC Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification or qualification will be required to be undertaken as per required timeframes Desirable criteria
Practice supervisor / Educational supervisor / Train the Trainer or equivalent Experience Desirable criteria
Work experience (post qualification) in hospital pharmacy Oncology Pharmacy experience Experience as a team leader or supervisor of staff members Working knowledge/experience of writing SOPs Experience of working with EPIC system Skills Essential criteria
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and act as a role model Good time management, organisational and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload for self and others Effective interpersonal skills with ability to communicate in clear English (written and verbal) with staff members, members of the public and healthcare professionals Able to work effectively and accurately and follow written procedures under pressure. Calm under pressure and ability to concentrate and work accurately for prolonged periods of time with frequent and unpredictable interruptions Good leadership qualities: able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively and able to work without direct supervision. Ability to problem solve Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement. Computer literate - Ability to use Microsoft office applications e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook Other requirements Essential criteria
Able to work on both sites and adaptable/flexible to meet the needs of the role and service (e.g. shift work). Demonstrate initiative: proactive and self-motivated Demonstrate a professional attitude Enthusiastic, supportive, reliable, hardworking and conscientious
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NVQ level 3/BTEC equivalent in Pharmaceutical Science Registered as a pharmacy technician with GPhC Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification or qualification will be required to be undertaken as per required timeframes Desirable criteria
Practice supervisor / Educational supervisor / Train the Trainer or equivalent Experience Desirable criteria
Work experience (post qualification) in hospital pharmacy Oncology Pharmacy experience Experience as a team leader or supervisor of staff members Working knowledge/experience of writing SOPs Experience of working with EPIC system Skills Essential criteria
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and act as a role model Good time management, organisational and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload for self and others Effective interpersonal skills with ability to communicate in clear English (written and verbal) with staff members, members of the public and healthcare professionals Able to work effectively and accurately and follow written procedures under pressure. Calm under pressure and ability to concentrate and work accurately for prolonged periods of time with frequent and unpredictable interruptions Good leadership qualities: able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively and able to work without direct supervision. Ability to problem solve Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement. Computer literate - Ability to use Microsoft office applications e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook Other requirements Essential criteria
Able to work on both sites and adaptable/flexible to meet the needs of the role and service (e.g. shift work). Demonstrate initiative: proactive and self-motivated Demonstrate a professional attitude Enthusiastic, supportive, reliable, hardworking and conscientious
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