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Through the development and progression of existing staff an exciting opportunity has developed for an enthusiastic, self-motivated full time Pharmacy Assistant within the Pharmacy Aseptic Manufacturing Unit. You will be involved in the production and the supply of different types of sterile injectable medicines for patients at the Wrexham Maelor Hospital and across North Wales.
Previous experience in pharmacy is not necessary as training will be provided but a good standard of numeracy and literacy will be expected. In the “supporting information” section of your application, please structure your answer around these questions. You may use examples from your previous employment, from recent school/extra-curricular activities, or community projects/voluntary organisations you are involved with.
To participate in the preparation of limited range of aseptic products for stock use. This involves: -
Making aseptically produced batched products (e.g. Central Intravenous Additive (CIVA) products, aseptic syringes, cytotoxic syringes) in clean rooms and isolators using a no touch technique to maintain product sterility.
Setting-up of individual products/batches including cytotoxics in accordance with SOP’s which involves: -
Selecting correct ingredients.
Recording all necessary information i.e. patient name/batch no, expiry dates on prepared worksheets.
Disinfection of ingredients prior to their use according to SOP’s.
Manipulation of products in a controlled environment using a no touch technique according to SOP’s.
Labelling of finished products.
Maintaining work area and equipment to meet strict clean room requirements in SOP’s.
Disposal of all waste material according to SOPs
Undertaking regular aseptic technique validation assessments to ensure competency
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
