Job summary
Closing Date: (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing
We are looking to recruit an experienced highly organised, motivated, enthusiastic pharmacy technician to join our friendly Aseptic Services team working in our MS licensed and unlicensed Aseptic Units. This post suits self-motivated, qualified technicians with a minimum of two years post qualification GMP experience.
Working as a key member of the team alongside the aseptic unit management and Quality Assurance teams you will play a major role in the day to day running and development of the service and provision of safe, effective, injectable medicines for a wide range of patients including premature babies and cancer patients. The post holder will assist in outsourcing of chemotherapy and CIVAS products and will support managing and further developing this service. In addition, the post holder will have the opportunity after training to rotate into our Radiopharmacy department on an ad hoc basis for assisting in the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals.
Main duties of the job
This post has become available at an exciting time for BTHFT, as the technical services team are currently preparing to transfer aseptic services from Bradford Royal Infirmary to St Luke's Hospital, and will shortly be commissioning a temporary aseptic unit for use, while the planning and development of a new, permanent unit is ongoing. This provides a rare and exciting opportunity for learning and development, supported by an experienced team.
The post involves weekend and Bank Holiday rota duties.
Summary of most important Experience/Skills/Qualifications required:
Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (NVQ) or equivalent Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
Minimum of two years post qualification GMP experience.
Please note this post is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
Informal Enquiries to:
Lee Watkinson, Production Manager on 01274 364241 or email:
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Mohsin Salim, Accountable Pharmacist on 01274 364241 or email:
About us
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1. We value people
2. We are one team
3. We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role requires somebody with great communication skills and positive attitude who enjoys learning and developing, sharing knowledge and experience. A reliable person who is willing to work in a cleanroom and also office based environments. The correct candidate is open and honest, with great attention to detail and accuracy, ability to follow standard operating procedures and a passion for patient centered care.
Involved in the day to day managing of outsourced chemotherapy and CIVAS products.
Involved in the day to day organisation and planning of the workload within the aseptic unit.
On occasions be the designated co-ordinator within the unit and office.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
4. Experience of Aseptic Unit service delivery with at least two years post qualification experience
5. Pharmacy Technician registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Desirable
6. Experience of managing outsourcing of chemotherapy and CIVAS products
7. Experience of undertaking checks of unlicensed medicines
8. Experience in supervising and mentoring staff
9. Experience of managing staff including absence management and performance management
10. Member of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)
11. Experience in service development and implementation of new policies/services
12. Experience of relevant training courses
Skills
Essential
13. Able to analyse and interpret a wide range of technical information
14. Numeracy skills
15. Accurate and concise written and oral communication skills
16. Ability to work effectively under pressure
17. Ability to problem solve
18. Excellent team working skills
19. Demonstrable attention to detail
20. Able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills
21. Able to assess staff performance against agreed standards and criteria, and to provide feedback and development
22. Able to work independently and under guidance, within departmental, Trust and statutory and professional codes of practice / ethics
23. Excellent time management skills
Knowledge
Essential
24. Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
25. Evidence of continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through extensive experience
26. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work
Knowledge
Essential
27. Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
28. Evidence of continued professional development or equivalent knowledge through extensive experience
29. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Pharmaceutical technical procedures specific to the area of work
Desirable
30. Knowledge of Radiation protection and regulations
Qualifications
Essential
31. Knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures for specialist area to degree or equivalent level acquired through training, BTEC National Certificate in Science (Pharmaceutical) or equivalent qualification
Desirable
32. Nationally recognised accredited accuracy checking certificate
33. Undertaken Educational Supervisor Training with accredited provider ( HEE)
34. Undertaken leadership development training
Other Requirements
Essential
35. Enthusiastic self-starter who can take responsibility for appropriate decision making and working without supervision
36. Able to develop and work effectively with a wide range of Health professionals
37. Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the department
38. Current driving licence/ able to travel between sites (reasonable adjustments will be considered)