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We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal Pharmacy Technician to lead our Aseptic Services team at the University Hospital of North Tees. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, contributing to the efficient and effective delivery of pharmacy services across the hospital.
Main duties of the job
As the Principal Pharmacy Technician, you will take on a leadership role within the Aseptic Services Unit, overseeing the work of Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants. You will be responsible for ensuring that our service adheres to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, supporting safe, accurate, and efficient operations. You will also play a key role in managing stock control, ensuring the safe and rational use of products, and providing managerial support to the Pharmacy Operational Manager.
Job responsibilities
Please relate to attached job description for a more comprehensive list of duties. Some aspects may include:
1. Lead, manage, and supervise the Aseptic Services team, ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality services.
2. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and guidelines related to aseptic manufacturing, compounding, and dispensing.
3. Maintain robust systems of work with proper documentation and procedures, ensuring a safe, accurate, and efficient service.
4. Act as an authorized signatory for pharmacy orders and non-stock requisitions.
5. Manage the production of aseptic products in collaboration with the accountable pharmacist and ensure staff and process validation.
6. Support the development of junior staff through mentorship, training, and participation in their appraisals.
7. Contribute to corporate objectives, including managing sickness absence, promoting staff well-being, and ensuring cost-effective operations.
8. Act as an ASCribe system manager, ensuring the quality of data in the pharmacy system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Well established numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above in English and Mathematics) for current entry to training scheme. Pharmacy Technician Qualification (NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent). Evidence of Continued Professional Development Registered as pharmacy technician with GPhC Evidence of ongoing competency in aseptic preparation as recognised by QAAPS.
Desirable
* Willingness to undertake further training to advance skills and knowledge in preparation for development. To have successfully completed an Accredited Checking Technician Course. NVQ A1 or V1 qualification. Management Qualification Level 3. SMT qualification recognised by the Science Council. Pre and In-process Accredited Checking Programme (PIPC) for Aseptic Services.
Experience
Essential
* Significant experience in production and aseptic services, in a hospital environment. Experience of planning workload. Experience in delivering training.
Desirable
* Experience of developing work processes and associated procedures. Experience of undertaking appraisals. Experience in staff management.
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), COSHH and Farwell Audits. Specialist knowledge of clean room technology, Quality Assurance and Cytotoxic dispensing/preparation. Demonstrate ability to reliably check, input and record data and to identify discrepancies. Ability to pay good attention to detail. Demonstrate a good working knowledge of windows based systems, and be capable of using some Microsoft Office applications. Be focused on patient care and the efficient and effective service delivery. Demonstrates practical knowledge of Quality systems. Experience in preparing SOPs.
Desirable
* Knowledge of the ASCribe Pharmacy System.
Employer details
Employer name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Main Pharmacy, University Hospital of North Tees
Hardwick Road
Stockton-on-Tees
TS198PE
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