Pharmacy Aseptic Services Apprentice

Position: Pharmacy Aseptic Services Apprentice
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual, looking for an opportunity to join our established Aseptic Team within the Pharmacy Department? We have an exciting opportunity for someone to be part of our dynamic and innovative pharmacy team.

Requirements:

• Good standard of general education
• GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English (or equivalent)
• Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services or willing to undertake a Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship or equivalent qualification within an agreed timescale
• Willingness to invest time in completing the necessary qualifications

About the Pharmacy:
The purpose-built Pharmacy provides a clinical pharmacy service to Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Dorset University Foundation Trust (DHUFT). The dispensary has been recently refurbished and is now a state-of-the-art pharmacy with:

• New ARX robot installation
• Prescription Tracking System (PTS) with full electronic prescribing and medicines administration throughout the hospital

We are currently developing links between Primary and Secondary care to streamline continuity of care between service providers, ensuring better patient care.

Role Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of a Pharmacist or Principal Technician, you will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Pharmacy department, including:

• Preparing worksheets and cytotoxic drugs in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit
• Assisting the Principal Technician in coordinating work and cleaning in the Suite to ensure an efficient and safe supply of medicines to service users

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with a flexible approach to work
• Ability to work well under pressure with excellent attention to detail
• Team player who can also demonstrate initiative and work in a professional and timely manner
• Computer literacy (appropriate training on pharmacy systems will be provided)

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for all employees.

Our Mission:
To provide outstanding care for people in ways that matter to them.
Our Vision:
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Right to Work in the UK:
This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.