Specialist Pharmacist Cancer and Aseptic Services

Job overview

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our  team.  This band 7 post is ideal for a pharmacist looking to start their career in Aseptic/SACT Services.   The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated education and training team, ensuring continuous professional development and growth.

The Trust places immense value on its pharmacy team recognising their crucial role in providing exceptional care and support to patients.   This is a really exciting opportunity to shape the development of the service at Worthing Hospital.  With early discussions about a centralised Aseptic Unit within Sussex this is a perfect opportunity to be part of this project and shape the service to the Trust.

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval, you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care.  Your responsibilities will encompass a range of clinical, technical and administrative tasks, ensuring the safe and effective preparation of SACT medicines.  We are committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance for all our staff.

Daily responsibilities:

• To support and maintain the work of the Aseptic Services Section of the Pharmacy

Clinical Duties:

• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to all cancer patients
• Work closely with other lead specialists in other localities and nationally for pharmacy services to cancer services to develop best practice.

Aseptic Preparation:

• Provide support to ensure that aseptic facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits
• Help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical aseptic service

Quality Control:

• Assist  Lead Pharmacists in responding appropriately to internal and external inspections

Education and Training:

• Ensure the training of all staff within aseptic services to be competent in the preparation of all aseptic preparations.
• Identify own learning needs

Patient Safety:

• Monitor chemotherapy regimens and clinically check prescriptions prior to their production
• Ensure chemotherapy agents are manufactured to available standards.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

Job Title:

• Specialist Pharmacist Aseptic Services

Job Summary:

• To support and maintain the work of the Aseptic Services Section of the Pharmacy, which provides all injectable chemotherapy treatments in a ready to use form.
• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to all cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy within the Trust
• Ensure chemotherapy agents are manufactured in concordance with medicines legislation and regional QC standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the provision of a pharmacy aseptic service to the staff of Worthing pharmacy department and cancer services.
• To support the management of the aseptic unit service providing clinical, technical and training support to the aseptic service ensuring the health and safety of staff and patients.
• To support  the Accountable Pharmacist for all work carried out under section 10 of the Medicines Act within the site specific Pharmacy Aseptic Unit.

Qualifications:

• The successful candidate must hold a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

Work Environment:

• This post will require periods of time within an Aseptic Unit alongside desk and presence on a cancer ward.
• You will be working with cancer patients
• There will be time pressures within the role
• There may be periods of standing/sitting

Reporting Structure:

• You will be responsible to the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services.
• You will be accountable to the chief pharmacist.

Salary and Benefits:

The post is a band 7 post. Your position within this salary scale will be based on your current experience.

Job role:

In this role you will be instrumental in providing exceptional care, contributing to the overall success of our team and the support of our patients.  Your dedication to quality, safety and continuous improvement will be key to your success and the success of our service. We also place a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, ensuing you have the support you need to thrive both professionally and personally.

If this sounds like the job for you,  give us a call or arrange a visit.  Further details of the role can be found in the job descriptions.

Please see Job Descriptions and Person Specifications for full details.

Internal applicants should note that this opportunity will be offered on a secondment basis. Before applying, internal colleagues must discuss the opportunity with their current line manager to confirm whether they can be released from their substantive role if successful.

Release to undertake a secondment is not automatic and must be agreed between the colleague, their current line manager, and the recruiting line manager.