Specialist Pharmacist - Technical Services (RRP)
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Job summary
- The post holder has key responsibility for supporting the clinical and technical provision to clinical Haematology/Oncology and Pharmacy Preparative Services.
- The post holder will lead, provide and develop the clinical pharmacy service for patients requiring systemic anticancer therapies within the Haematology and Oncology Departments
- The post holder will provide preparative services support to the aseptic unit and cytotoxic reconstitution services across the Trust, will be an Authorised Pharmacist when supervising the day-to-day preparation of products and release for use in accordance with national and local standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- The post holder will participate in the provision of a comprehensive pharmaceutical service to Wye Valley NHS Trust and to those organisations with whom the Trust has a contract for supply of pharmaceutical services.
- Participate in the departmental Emergency Duty Commitment rota
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities:
- To support the development of systemic anticancer treatment policies, procedures and guidelines aimed at improving the effectiveness, safety & efficiency of clinical cancer and pharmacy services.
- To work as a non-medical prescriber where appropriate within cancer services and prescribe medication for patients as required within the designated scope of practice, adhering to the Trust and National Guidelines/Framework and Policies.
- To work with medical & nursing staff to establish agreement and co-operation in the prescribing and supply of all pharmaceutical products.
- To assist with the build & validation of new chemotherapy protocols using the Chemocare EPMA system
- To screen & check cytotoxic chemotherapy, ensuring the clinical, financial and pharmaceutical appropriateness of prescribing, preparation and administration
- Promote awareness of and monitor compliance with the Trust Drugs and Therapeutics Committee and cancer network drug therapy decisions.
- To establish links with other Oncology/Haematology Pharmacists to benchmark medicines use and promote good networking practices.
- To undertake membership/representation within appropriate clinical forums (at local & national level).
- Assist medical staff to adjust their prescribing patterns in line with the trust Medicines Management Policy.
About us
Wye Valley NHS Trust has implemented Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA). The system is now well embedded and within the Trust and is complimented by Electronic Clincial Noting which has recently gone live across all outpatient and inpatient areas. .
The Pharmacy Directorate is part of a larger Integrated Care System across the County known as One Herefordshire Pharmacy. This give unique opportunities for cross sector working, and our collaborative approach is one that works well and brings many benefits to our patients and employees. To find out more copy and paste the link below.
https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/visitors-and-patients/county-hospital-(acute)/a-z-departments/pharmacy/one-herefordshire-pharmacy.aspx
Wye Valley NHS Trust prides itself on being forward thinking with an integrated and transformational strategy. The Trust is currently developing an elective surgical hub, a clinical Diagnostics Centre and is leading on alternative energy sources to reduce the carbon footprint.
Being situated in an idyllic rural county, working for WVT offers a great balance between professional and private lives.
Details
Date posted
08 February 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
229-CS-6050746
Job locations
Hereford County Hospital
Union Walk
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Employer details
Employer name
Wye Valley NHS Trust
Address
Hereford County Hospital
Union Walk
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Employer's website
https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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