Specialist Pharmacist Cancer Services
3 months ago
Job summary
We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team. This is a band 6 to 7 progression post, ideal for a pharmacist looking to advance their career in Aseptic Services. This post offers structured career development, providing opportunities to gain new skills, take on increased responsibilities.
The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated education and training team, ensuring continuous professional development and growth. As you progress from band 6 to band 7 you will receive mentorship and support to help you meet the necessary competencies and milestones.
The Trust places immense value on its pharmacy team recognising their crucial role in providing exceptional care and support to patients. This role offers the opportunity to work in the beautiful county of Sussex known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities with easy access to both the coast and the South Downs.
The chemotherapy production unit at Chichester provides around 1500 chemotherapy doses to patients a month. Led by a highly supportive pharmacy team who ensure safe, efficient and effective service to Cancer Services and other teams within the Trust
This is a really exciting opportunity to shape the development of the service at St Richard's 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.
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 grow encompassing 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 Responsible for the dispensing and supply of aseptic medicines Delivering pharmacy services directly on wards, including medications reviews and patient consultationsClinical Duties:
Provide specialist clinical pharmacy service to cancer patients Work closely with the lead specialists within the departmentAseptic Preparation:
Support the team to ensureaseptic facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits Help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective aseptic servicePatient Safety:
Monitor chemotherapy regimens and clinically check prescriptions prior to their production Ensure chemotherapy agents are manufactured to available standards. Engage in continuous professional development and completing training program required to progress to a band 7 pharmacistProgression :
Learning to oversee the day-to-day running of the aseptic unit and providing professional supervision Expanding clinical and aseptic knowledge Learning to plan/lead service improvement initiatives Complete training programs required for the rol
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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 ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include:
To undertake specific duties agreed with the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services in line with the grade and scope of the post. During periods of absence of the Lead Pharmacist, to train to deputise as the Accountable and Responsible Pharmacist for all work carried out under section 10 of the Medicines Act within the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. To assist the Lead Pharmacist in responding appropriately to external regional QC inspections, detailing actions undertaken to comply with their recommendations; in conjunction with the Technician Team Leader Aseptic Services. To gain experience in the participate of consultant wards rounds, multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences as and when necessary in absence of the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services. To help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical aseptic service to the cancer services directorate. This includes ensuring that facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits.This role offers a great opportunity to develop both technical and clinical skills in a supportive environment. The successful candidate must hold a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Information Resource/IT
Essential
Excellent IT skills and knowledge
Desirable
Use of EPMA pharmacy computer system Use of electronic prescribing system
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in Pharmacy from a UK School of Pharmacy or equivalent, as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
Further post-graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy at certificate level or higher. Member of specialist interest groups BOPA (British Oncology Pharmacy Association).
Research and Development
Essential
Involvement / contribution to research projects
Desirable
Research publication on own or as part of a group/team.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
Teaching and tutoring experience Significant experience in clinical hospital pharmacy
Desirable
Staff management experience Working as a pharmacist within the field of cancer services
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work individually and as part of a team Ability to act with confidence and take responsibility for actions Effective negotiating skills Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and numeracy/calculation skills Demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills
Desirable
Experience in training of other staff Motivation and enthusiasm
Planning and Organisational
Essential
Effective organisation and time-management skills Experience of managing unpredictable work patterns and to effectively manage situations
Patient/Client Care
Essential
Keeps good records Caring and compassionate Responsible for own actions and those of relevant others. Demonstrate empathy towards patient group
Policy and Service Development
Essential
Able to identify own development/training
Desirable
Experience in undertaking audits
Financial and Physical Development
Essential
Awareness of financial aspects of chemotherapy funding
Human Resources
Essential
Experience of checking the work of others
Desirable
Teaching experience Previous knowledge and skills gained from completion of a rotation within the aseptic unit
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues-
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