Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services-Worthing

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our team at Worthing Hospital. This ideal for a pharmacist looking to gain leadership experience in Aseptics/Cancer Services. This post offers opportunities to gain new skills and take on increased responsibilities. The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated education and training team, ensuring continuous professional development and growth. 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., 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

• Take on an Accountable Pharmacist role
• 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 other Lead Pharmacists in responding appropriately to internal and external inspections, 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.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

#J-18808-Ljbffr