South West Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme

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1 South West Medicines Information & Training South West Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme Transfer of Accreditation Toolkit South West Medicines Information & Training Bristol Royal Infirmary Marlborough Street BRISTOL BS2 8HW Web: Version 1: Feb 2014

2 CONTENTS SOUTH WEST ACCURACY CHECKING PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SCHEME... 2 TRANSFER OF ACCREDITATION... 2 Transfer of a SWMIT accreditation around the South West... 2 Transfer of accreditations awarded by other training providers... 2 SOUTH WEST ACPT SCHEME TRANSFER OF ACCREDITATION FORM... 3 ACCURACY CHECKING LOG SHEET

3 South West Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme Transfer of Accreditation Transfer of a SWMIT accreditation around the South West Accreditations awarded by training and assessment programmes that meet the standards of the Nationally Recognised ACPT Framework represent a transferable skill across organisations. The framework is recognised by all NHS regions in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It is recommended that when individuals with an accreditation awarded by SWMIT are transferring between South West Trusts, departments/units or a satellite dispensary, the ACPT undergo a locally agreed period of probation. During this probationary period the ACPT will become familiar with local policies, SOPs and complete an accuracy checking log of 200 final accuracy checked items (with no errors) to reflect local practice. Once complete, local and personal records must be updated to reflect the change/addition to the individual s scope of practice. NB: This is only considered necessary if SOPs are different or if the specialities/prescription types are significantly different before the ACPT assumes their new role. SWMIT should be notified of a change of Trust to ensure the database and individual records are updated accordingly. Transfer of accreditations awarded by other training providers If a candidate with an ACPT accreditation awarded by another training provider (which meets the national framework standards) wishes to transfer to a SWMIT accreditation and practice as an ACPT in the South West Trusts, a locally agreed probationary period must be completed. During this probationary period the ACPT will become familiar with local policies, SOPs and complete an accuracy checking log of 200 final accuracy checked items (with no errors) to reflect local practice. Once complete, the following documentation should be submitted to SWMIT for assessment: The 200 item accuracy checking logs A copy of the original ACPT certificate and most recent reaccreditation records* GPhC registration number (or a copy of qualification certificates) A completed Transfer of Accreditation Form (available in the Transfer of Accreditation Toolkit at *Applicants whose reaccreditation is pending within the next 6 months should also complete the SWMIT reaccreditation process and submit this documentation in addition to the above. SWMIT will assess the documentation and confirm that the original accreditation meets the national framework standards. Successful applicants will be awarded a SWMIT ACPT certificate and be added to the South West database. The individual s chief pharmacist will be notified of the successful transfer. 2

4 South West ACPT Scheme Transfer of Accreditation Form This form is to be completed when an individual wishes to transfer their Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) accreditation when moving between Trusts, either from within or outside the South West region. Name. GPhC Registration No. Trust. Information regarding completion of accreditation (to be completed by candidate) ACPT Scheme undertaken:..date Certificated: Please forward a copy of the above certificate along with the 200 item accuracy checking log sheets with this form to the South West Medicines Information & Training (SWMIT) Awarding ACPT Scheme managed by:. Date due for Reaccreditation:.. Scheme meets national framework: YES/NO Transfer complete and authorised: YES/NO SWMIT ACPT Course lead:..... Guidance from the Nationally Agreed Framework for Checking Dispensed Items recommends that when a pharmacy technician transfers between trusts or wishes to transfer an accreditation, the following tasks must be achieved: A probationary period of a minimum of 2 weeks, during which time the pharmacy technician must: Familiarise themselves with local policies and procedures Complete an accuracy checking log for a minimum of 200 second checked items (with no errors) to reflect local practice Information in support of your application (to be completed by candidate) Please record your checking activities for a minimum of two weeks and complete the following: I have read the local policies and procedures regarding the dispensing and the ACPT role. I have completed a two week probationary period. During this time I have checked items. Since transferring trusts I believe that I have met the recommendations of the Nationally Agreed Framework for Checking Dispensed Items and demonstrated my skills as a competent Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician. I would like to gain approval for transfer of my accreditation from the Dispensary Manager and Chief Pharmacist. Signature of Candidate: To be completed by Managers This candidate has demonstrated an acceptable standard of competence and I support them in their application to transfer their accreditation and assume a checking role. Signature of Dispensary Manager: Signature of Chief Pharmacist: Return completed form to: SWMIT ACPT course lead, South West Medicines Information & Training, level 4, King Edward's Building, Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol, BS2 8HW It is the responsibility of the accredited ACPT and their managers to ensure that this form is completed and returned. If the form is not completed and received by South West Medicines Information and Training the pharmacy technician will not be accredited to perform a checking role in the South West Region. 3

5 Accuracy Checking Log sheet Candidate Name...Hospital Date Type of Prescription IP /OP/TTA This sheet is page...of. DM signature.... Speciality Dispensing error code Action taken: Corrected by: D=Dispenser S=Self Candidate signature Checking error code 2 nd checkers signature 4 Error Codes: Serious Errors 1) Incorrect Label: a) wrong drug name b) wrong drug form c) wrong drug strength d) incorrect patient s name e) wrong directions f) missing or inappropriate use of BNF additional warnings g) incorrect quantity 2) Incorrect Contents: a) wrong drug b) wrong drug form c) wrong drug strength d) incorrect quantity 3) Other: a) expired contents b) missing or incorrect Patient Information Leaflet c) missing item sundry d) missing medication e) missing identification of clinical screen Less Serious Errors 4) Incorrect Label: a) incorrect cost code b) incorrect expiry date c) incorrect batch number d) incorrect spelling e) missing additional warnings f) incorrect ward 5) Other: a) incorrect container/closure b) missing signature c) missing owing information sheet d) missing 5ml spoon