Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 22/12/2024 23:59
Interview date: 08/01/2025
Band 5
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.
As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.
The Trust actively encourages applications from members of our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. These groups are under-represented in our organisation, and it’s important to us that our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities as much as possible.
Job overview
An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Technician with an interest in Aseptic Services.
The successful applicant will become part of a busy team working within a licensed Aseptic unit offering a high quality service to both internal and external customers.
The suitable applicant should be highly motivated and have excellent attention to detail. They should be organised and able to prioritise work effectively showing excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Main duties of the job
There is involvement with final checking of aseptically prepared items made under the Manufacturer's Specials Licence, so this is a great opportunity to further develop your aseptic knowledge and skills.
You will also be involved in organising and implementing the training of new and existing staff and therefore great enthusiasm towards inspiring others is essential.
To support the management, development and delivery of the aseptic service, including the day to day running of the service and workflow, accurate management of stock and aseptic related training of pharmacy technicians and support staff ensuring standardisation of practice and learning.
Working for our organisation
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Minimum Requirements
* Registered Pharmacy Technician, or due to register as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC by May 2025
* Current knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice, including dispensing and aseptic services
* Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital pharmacy, including aseptics
* Experience of supervising staff and carrying out appraisals
* Able to clearly and concisely communicate both verbally and electronically within the pharmacy team
* Can demonstrate prioritisation in a work-based setting
* Can plan, organise and deliver training sessions either one to one or in small groups of staff
* Has a positive approach and is able to include and motivate others
* Acts as a role model to pharmacy technicians and support staff
Important Information
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
Anyone from outside of the UK (excluding from the Republic of Ireland) will need permission from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to work in the UK and may also need entry clearance before travelling here.
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