Job summary
- Main area
- Pharmacy
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full time 37.5 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 164-6142488
- Employer
- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Queens Medical Centre
- Town
- Nottingham
- Salary
- £28,407 - £34,581 £25,655-£31,534 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Lead Technician - Sterile Production Unit
Band 5
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy Sterile Production Unit team at the Queens Medical Centre campus of the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
You must be a qualified pharmacy technician registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council or registered science technician with the Science Council.
This role is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with experience in aseptic manufacture.
The unit is a busy MHRA licensed unit and prepares ready to use intravenous medicines to the trust and some external NHS organisations. Along with Parenteral Nutrition we also manufacture Paediatric Chemotherapy, Specials and Batches Products
Supported by the Chief Technician and the other lead technicians you will co-ordinate the manufacturing staff and organise the daily work load.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
You will also be required to participate in regular aseptic preparation of a variety of products including Parenteral Nutrition, cytotoxic and monoclonal antibody treatments, using automation and hand fill techniques. You will have supervisory responsibilities, including the participation in formal and informal systems used to monitor performance of staff.
You will need to be accurate in your work and be familiar with Good manufacturing practice (GMP). You will also be required to maintain competency and prove this with annual competency assessments.
You must be able to work under pressure, be able to prioritise work and be able to work alone or as part of a team. You will participate in the training of staff new to the department and help to develop new systems of working.
Working for our organisation
You’ll need to be able to work 37.5 hours over 7 days of the week as required and as the service develops, you may be required to work a shift system. The department offers a weekend and bank holiday on-call service which you will be expected to participate in once fully trained.
If you are a skilled and motivated Technician with experience in aseptic services and looking for the next career step, then you should consider applying for this role.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To take the lead in co-ordinating the preparation and supply of aseptically prepared Chemotherapy products and Monoclonal antibodies.
To contribute to the overall organisation and supervision of technical and operational aspects of the Sterile Production Unit to ensure high-quality, safe, timely and consistent service delivery.
The post holder is expected to divide their time equally between the operational service needs of the department and other aspects of the sterile production department as agreed with the Chief Technician (SPU).
The post holder will be based primarily at QMC Campus but will be expected to attend meetings at City Campus to enhance the effectiveness of the role as appropriate.
Previous experience of a supervisory role would be beneficial, however consideration will be given to candidates who can demonstrate good organisation and an excellent understanding of the principles of the quality assurance of aseptic preparation services.
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy services or equivalent
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC or Registered Science Technician with the Science Council
Desirable criteria
- Willingness to undergo training in aseptics
- Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience in sterile manufacture
- Evidence of setting up new systems of work
- Knowledge of GMP and MHRA guidelines
Desirable criteria
- Supervisory experience in sterile production
- Initiate investigations and project work
- Experience of working in a licensed production unit
Communication Skills
Essential criteria
- Teaching skills, already participating in the training of other members of staff
- Good written skills
- Clear and concise communication
- Evidence of participation in change management
Desirable criteria
- Involvement in appraisals and objective setting
Planning and organisation
Essential criteria
- Manage own time effectivley
- Organise and co-ordinate work and training of others
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Good IT skills
- Maintain concentration for sustained periods of time
Other
Essential criteria
- Good attention to detail
Desirable criteria
- Ability to problem solve
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Leon Parsons
- Job title
- Advanced Technician - Pharmacy Production
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01159249924
- Additional information
Phone 0115 924 9924 ext 82830 / 74566
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