PLEASE NOTE CV'S WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS CAMPAIGN · Assist in managing the efficient running of the Pharmacy dispensary.
· Supervise the supply of drugs, pharmaceuticals and other related items, as may be required.
· Participate in the development and expansion of ward pharmacy / clinical pharmacy services.
· Assist the Pharmacy Executive Manager, their deputy and Pharmacy staff in the performance of his/her duties and responsibilities, as required.
· Undertake such other duties as appropriate to the office as may be assigned by line management from time to time.
· Oversee the operation of the pharmacy dispensary.
· Oversee the operation of the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit, including the compounding and external purchase of chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies and associated medications.
· Participate in various hospital committees and forums as assigned by the Pharmacy Executive Manager.
· Liaise with local mental health professionals and manage pharmacy involvement in the out-patient dispensing of Clozapine and other psychiatric medications to patients in the Donegal area.
· Liaise with the Pharmacy Executive Manager and Pharmacy staff on matters concerning departmental procedures, safety, security and complaints concerning the service.
· Ensure that the purchase, storage and supply of all items is operated on the most economical lines, consistent with quality at pharmacy, ward and department levels and with reference to legal requirements, transit, security and conditions of chemical and physical stability.
· Maintain records for purchasing, quality control, compounding and dispensing to the standards required.
· Answer and record medicines information queries from staff and patients.
· Provide advice, as required, to medical and nursing staff on the proper and economic use of drugs and medicines including participation in schemes for the dissemination of information in relation to drugs and drug usage designed to deliver optimal care economically.
· Provide a patient focused clinical pharmacy service including prescription review, patient counselling, and medication reconciliation as necessary.
· Ensure that the needs of patients and professional staff are being adequately met by the pharmaceutical service provided.
This will involve providing help and advice to patients and staff on all aspects of therapy and collaborating with community pharmacists to ensure continuity of supply of medication where necessary.
· Ensure the safe use of medicines by evaluating and managing risks associated with the use of medicines and by participating in the hospital's incident reporting process.
· To participate in Antimicrobial Stewardship activities as relevant to the role.