Senior Assistant Pharmacy Officer - Aseptics

Aseptic dispensing and manipulation of sterile and non-sterile products

To gain a knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice

To receive and process prescriptions and orders

To be responsible for the receipt, checking and storage of pharmaceutical and relatedeliveries placing all stock away in appropriate locations taking account of expiry dates and the need for stock rotation. This involves some lifting

To maintain stock and equipment to the standard required in the unit. This includes pharmaceuticals, a variety of consumable items and laundry

To carry out essential regular quality assurance monitoring according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and accurately complete any required paperwork. This includes physical environment and microbiological monitoring

To assist with the specialised cleaning for the unit using specialised disinfectants

To assist with the aseptic dispensing process according to SOPs once a required level of competence and validation has been achieved

Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste appropriately according to SOPs and Trust procedures

Participates in weekend, public holiday, and extended hours provision of pharmacy services

Complies with Trust policies relating to security and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are undertaken within safe systems of work and legislation

To carry out general duties, including preparation of bottles and packaging, cleaning equipment, receipt of orders, expiry date checking, stock checks and stock control of medicines

To monitor and record fridge temperatures and similar tasks

To assist with the maintenance of records, relating to work and workload stats

To assist in Audits

To clean shelving where pharmaceuticals are stored, keeping them in a tidy and organised conditio

Managing Self

Participate in regular supervision

Attend all mandatory training

Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal

Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols

Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy

Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary

Maintain Trust conduct including appearance at all times