Aseptic / Oncology Pharmacy Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Larbert; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Larbert is seeking an enthusiastic pharmacy professional to provide high-quality services, including dispensing chemotherapy and managing stock. The role involves a rotation through various areas, such as outpatient clinics and inpatient wards. Candidates must have previous pharmacy experience and hold an S/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. A commitment to patient care and a willingness to work weekends are essential. This position offers a dynamic environment within the pharmacy department.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Rotational work experience in different pharmacy areas

Qualifications

• Candidate must have previous pharmacy experience.
• S/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in dispensing is essential.
• Willingness to travel throughout service delivery area.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing chemotherapy and medicines for side-effect management.
• Stock control and coordinating medicines delivery.
• Environmental monitoring and related administrative tasks.

Skills

Previous pharmacy experience

Organisational skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dispensing assistant S/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team in delivering high-quality pharmacy services to patients. This role is based in the Pharmacy Department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital and offers the opportunity to work across a variety of areas, including Cancer outpatient clinics, Inpatient wards and the Aseptic Unit. We are seeking someone who is organised, able to work to deadlines, and enjoys interacting with both the public and healthcare professionals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to supporting patient care, we would love to hear from you.

The post offers a rotation through the dispensary and the pharmacy aseptic (sterile) unit, providing essential support to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing chemotherapy and medicines for side-effect management
• Stock control and coordinating medicines delivery
• Environmental monitoring
• Assembly and transfer of products for aseptic manufacture
• Administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy experience is essential. We are looking for candidates who hold a dispensing assistant S/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.
• The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check.

Additional information

• The pharmacy department provides a 7 day service and these posts will include the requirement to work occasional weekends and public holidays on a rota with other staff.
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