Senior Pharmacy Assistant

Job description Job responsibilities Post Title:Pay Band: Hours:Contract: Location / Department:Accountable to: Reports to:Key Working Relationships:Pharmacy Assistant Aseptic Services 3 37.5 hrs Permanent Aseptic Unit, Pharmacy Department, Alexandra Hospital Lead Technician Aseptic Services Lead Technician Aseptic ServicesCo-workers within pharmacy, AH - to maintain continuity of service Pharmacy staff within Distribution and stores at Pharmacy, Alexandra Hospital.Nursing staff to be able to answer routine queries relating to top-ups, waiting times and ordersPatients and their relatives - to be able to communicate effectively. Risk Assessment:Frequently handle cytotoxic drugs and hazardous drugs as defined by the COSHH Regulations whilst dispensing, receiving stock, topping up, and working within the Aseptic Suite.Requirement for prolonged concentration whilst preparing aseptic products and when inputting data on computer system.Work within enclosed space for long periods of time whilst working within the Aseptic Suites.Frequently be involved with the moderate physical effort associated with the manual handling of bulk fluid boxes, ward delivery boxes and deliveries from Suppliers for short periods of time whilst receiving and issuing stock 6-15kg and Occasionally be involved in dealing with angry and distressed relatives and nursing staff for short periods of time whilst covering reception duties.Work under pressure to meet set transport and portering times to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medicines.Frequently sit at a VDU inputting data for long periods of time 10-15% of timeAssist in the provision of Pharmacy Aseptic Services, under direct supervision.This will include:Assisting in the assembly of the ingredients and equipment for product production, prepare labels and complete any documentation prior to the aseptic reconstitution process.Participating in the reconstitution and preparation of medicinal products.Cleaning of the aseptic suite including sterile and non-sterile areas in accordance to the cleaning procedures.Providing agreed supportive clerical duties to assist pharmacy technicians and pharmacists within the suites.Assisting in the recording and maintenance of documentation which may include photocopying and filing.Participate in monitoring and recording activities such as pressure data, storage temperatures and handling agar plates as is required within the suites.Using the trust based electronic ordering system to support stock supplies of consumable items for the aseptic unit and the AH and WRH pharmacy departments as required.Deputise as needed for the non-sterile manufacturing band 3 assistantHealth and Safety To minimize hazards in the working area, report any identifiable hazards to your line manager. Adhere to all safe systems of work applicable to your area. Ensure all documentation relating to COSHH is maintained and kept up to date.Research & Audit:

Maintain personal GCP training to dispense trial medication.Training & Development: Provide mentoring or supervision of trainee staff such that training needs are identified and staff progression is maintained.

Demonstrate and maintain Aseptic competence by successfully completing Aseptic Broth Transfer Test Validation every six months.Other Responsibilities: The post holder will use the Pharmacy Computer System, finance systems, MS Office and other computer software to produce drug usage reports, management reports, plans, rotas, policies and procedures etc. as required. The post holder will undertake a mutually agreed range of technical duties in the department, meeting the required standards at all times, gained by completion of the appropriate competency based training program. The post holder will participate in the Trusts Skills Development Review process on at least an annual basis, preparing for and pro-actively contributing to the annual review. This will include following the Personal Development Plan PDP devised. The post holder will be expected to work on some weekends and Bank Holidays. The post holder will maintain patient confidentiality at all times according to Trust procedure and policy. The post holder will act in a professional, caring and responsible manner at all times.

Where concerns or doubts of the accuracy of another member of staff are identified by the post holder, these must be communicated promptly and appropriately to the Lead technician.