Description:

Part Time Locum/Temporary Pharmacist

Reports to: Responsible Pharmacist

Location: Knaresborough and Northallerton

This is a part time role with flexible hours available.

Role Purpose:

The focus of this role is to be responsible for the provision of a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccination service whilst satisfying the clinical requests of the NHS, as well as providing locum cover in our day-to-day pharmacy.

Responsibilities:

This job description describes the main responsibilities of the role; however, it is expected that people will undertake any other duties as required commensurate with their skills and abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure diluting / drawing up vaccine procedures are followed by competent employees
• Ensure the vaccine is delivered, stored, and used in line with manufactures instructions and NHS guidelines. Any significant issues must be escalated immediately to the responsible person(s)
• Manage any medical emergency
• Maintain flow and social distancing
• Ensure face coverings and protection are worn at all times by colleagues and site visitors
• Provide infection control / additional cleaning and support within clinical areas
• Ensure site first aid equipment is maintained and checked periodically
• Assist with the implementation of the company clinical / health and safety policies
• Co-ordinate all requests for assistance from vaccinators and clinical staff
• Assist and advise management and staff on safety precautions required to be implemented within their clinical area(s) of control
• Facilitate accident investigations where necessary and will take prompt action in reporting and appropriate action to avoid recurrence. Liaise with responsible person and operations manager(s)
• Monitor the activities of contractors and sub-contractors and take reasonable steps to ensure their health and safety

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