Clinical Pharmacy Assistant - Manchester, United Kingdom - The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
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Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Clinical Pharmacy Assistant - Band hours based at the Christie at Macclesfield site, Victoria Rd, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL


Are you a confident, forward-thinking pharmacy assistant looking for a new challenge? Why not consider joining our clinical pharmacy team at Christie at Macclesfield centre, Victoria Rd, Macclesfield SK10 3BL.

You will be front and centre, talking with patients across our centre, giving you a great opportunity to be a part of the delivery of treatments in oncology


We are currently looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic pharmacy assistant to join our Trust pharmacy team to work alongside a multi-disciplinary team in providing a high-quality service to patients and colleagues.

Working within hospital is different to community based or other pharmacy settings so we really do welcome you to try it and see all the benefits.

We know that working more closely with patients will be what really motivates you, giving you the chance to showcase and develop your knowledge.

You will be supported in your training and further development by an experienced pharmacy team.

An NVQ 2 certificate in pharmacy services is essential

PLEASE NOTE - PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY


You will work closely with other members of our multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that Christie at Macclesfield patients have access to the very latest developments in oncology and haematology medicines.

You will be responsible for pharmacy assistant services at Christie at Macclesfield centre, working within our innovative clinical pharmacy team to ensure a high quality, patient-focused clinical pharmacy and medicines supply service to oncology patients which will help you to enhance your skills, knowledge, and experience to support your future career development.

You will support the satellite dispensary facilitating medication requirements for chemotherapy patients at the Christie at Macclesfield centre.


You will be a strong team player with effective interpersonal, communication and organisational skills as well as a keen interest and enthusiasm for patient focussed services and continual improvement.


The post holder will be based at the Christie at Macclesfield centre, however, may be required to undertake roles and responsibilities at the main Withington site.


Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients and staff, ensuring we keep thriving and delivering outstanding healthcare right across the organisation.


You will have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet wonderful people, and do things you may never have done.

You will learn about working in a hospital environment, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills and enhance your career path.

We are focused on your future, working together to make our pharmacy the best place to work.

You will make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold and help innovate to keep improve services.

Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

If you are keen to make a positive contribution to the care of our patients, are enthusiastic, self
- motivated and willing to learn new skills, we would like to hear from you.


To assess ward stock medicines, order and receive delivered stock onto the department, including facilitating the correct storage of medication, using stock rotation to optimise the expiry and usage of stock.


To manage the stock levels and requirements of the ward regarding a regular review of usage in conjunction with the Chief Clinical Pharmacy Technician or pharmacist or other Lead/Senior Clinical Pharmacy Technicians.

To be familiar with all ordering processes within the Trust regarding department stock.


To manage the expiry date check of all stock items on a regular basis, ensuring stock rotation is managed appropriately to avoid wastage within the Trust.


To be responsible for the management of documentation of expiry date checks and near expiry date stock and implement the appropriate procedures as required.


To manage the pharmacy medicine returns in a manner that avoids wastage where possible including the relocation of stock to other ward areas in a timely manner.


To manage fridge medication, and return to pharmacy unit, stock suitably assessed items for re-use without compromising the cold chain.


To be responsible for the management of patients own medicines, including fridge items, which are no longer required, in conjunction with the lead pharmacist, ensuring the appropriate action is followed according to SOPs.


To manage the secure pharmacy returns bin on the department ensuring they are assessed regularly and dealt with in appropriate manner.

To be responsible for ensuring adequate documentation resources are always available for the pharmacy team.

To return suitable medicines on to the dispensary system
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