Job summary
You will deliver and develop aseptic pharmacy services. You will be supported by the Accountable Pharmacist of our Section 10 Aseptic Unit and be part of our Aseptic Quality Management Team. If you are interested in developing your clinical skills in cancer services, there will be an a opportunity to undertake clinical duties or further training. Our Cancer Centre, based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary site serves a population of over 1 million and is at the forefront of research and clinical innovation; incorporating a Phase I trials unit, Stem Cell Transplant Unit and commissioned CAR-T service. Our aseptic unit operates under section 10 exemption and currently prepares around 20,000 items per year, mainly for our cancer patients. A new aseptic unit is in the planning process.
Main duties of the job
To co-ordinate the management and development of the teamdelivering specialist clinical pharmacy services to Cancer &Haematology patients via the Aseptic Unit. Haematology &Cancer services are part of the CHUGGS (Cancer Haematology Urology Gastroenterology and General Surgery) CMG.
To provide expert pharmaceutical and technical advice to improve patients care.
To contribute to the CMG business planning process in order that clinical pharmacy services are reviewed and developed in line with National Guidelines and legislation to ensure a high quality service.
To provide accurate and timely financial support to the CMGmanagement team.
To provide specialist input into the management of haematology / oncology clinical trials.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake the final check and release of aseptically compounded products and supervise the aseptic process, by acting as an Authorised Pharmacist in the aseptic unit as defined in the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services: Standards Handbook.
To participate in the ongoing delivery of chemotherapy electronic prescribing.
To attend quality management meetings as appropriate and proactively contribute to and support the pharmaceutical elements of the business planning process around aseptic lab capacity.
To actively support and develop pharmacists within the CMG with particular regard to technical training.
To work in conjunction with the clinical trials pharmacists to ensure appropriate validated documentation is in place prior to trial commencement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake the final check and release of aseptically compounded products and supervise the aseptic process, by acting as an Authorised Pharmacist in the aseptic unit as defined in the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services: Standards Handbook.
To participate in the ongoing delivery of chemotherapy electronic prescribing.
To attend quality management meetings as appropriate and proactively contribute to and support the pharmaceutical elements of the business planning process around aseptic lab capacity.
To actively support and develop pharmacists within the CMG with particular regard to technical training.
To work in conjunction with the clinical trials pharmacists to ensure appropriate validated documentation is in place prior to trial commencement.
Person Specification
Essential qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registration
- Specialist knowledge acquired through experience
Desirable
- PTQA Qualification or equivalent
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written / oral communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving
- Ability to demonstrate coordination and motivation of staff
Desirable
- Experience of preparing and delivering training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in service development
- Experience of leading and working in multidisciplinary teams at a senior level
Desirable
- Experience of supervision/ supervision/management of staff
- Experience of audit/data collection
Person Specification
Essential qualifications
Essential
- GPhC registration
- Specialist knowledge acquired through experience
Desirable
- PTQA Qualification or equivalent
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written / oral communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving
- Ability to demonstrate coordination and motivation of staff
Desirable
- Experience of preparing and delivering training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in service development
- Experience of leading and working in multidisciplinary teams at a senior level
Desirable
- Experience of supervision/ supervision/management of staff
- Experience of audit/data collection
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
