Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate good attention to detail and self-motivation. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential for working in Pharmacy Aseptics as well as the ability to follow procedures.
This post will be based at the Adanac Aseptic Hub, our newly built Aseptic Unit. The role involves contributing to the accurate preparation, checking and supply of IV antibiotics (CIVAs), Parenteral Nutrition (PN), Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) and Clinical Trials and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP). Full training and support for completing competencies will be provided.
The successful candidate will have responsibilities for stock control, including ordering and maintaining levels of stock to ensure there is no disruption or delay to the supply of medicine.
Once the post holder has achieved the Pre & In-Process Checking Accreditation they will be required to support the on call service rota.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The completion of a Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship is essential for this post alongside working in the clean room to prepare, check and supply aseptically prepared medicines.
Provide advice, training and support to junior staff/healthcare professionals.
Support the production supervisor by planning and managing day to day workload.
Achieve and maintain competencies in areas of practice within Pharmacy Aseptics.
Stock control responsibilities using stock management systems.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The completion of a Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship is essential for this post alongside working in the clean room to prepare, check and supply aseptically prepared medicines.
Provide advice, training and support to junior staff/healthcare professionals.
Support the production supervisor by planning and managing day to day workload.
Achieve and maintain competencies in areas of practice within Pharmacy Aseptics.
Stock control responsibilities using stock management systems.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Numerate and literate e.g., GCSE in Maths and English Grade 5-9 or equivalent
- HNC (or equivalent experience) in a science-based subject OR 2 A level passes in a science subject OR BTEC level 3 in a science subject OR equivalent knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical procedures gained through work experience and training
- Level 2 certificate in relevant Pharmacy services or able to commit to completing within 15 months of being in post
- Able to start the L3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship within 18 months of being in post
- Aseptic services experience or laboratory-based procedures experience
- Significant supervisory experience
Desirable
- Pre and In Process checking qualification (PIPC) or achievable within 18 months of appointment
- Experience of using stock management computer systems
- Experience of ordering and stock control
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Numerate and literate e.g., GCSE in Maths and English Grade 5-9 or equivalent
- HNC (or equivalent experience) in a science-based subject OR 2 A level passes in a science subject OR BTEC level 3 in a science subject OR equivalent knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical procedures gained through work experience and training
- Level 2 certificate in relevant Pharmacy services or able to commit to completing within 15 months of being in post
- Able to start the L3 Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship within 18 months of being in post
- Aseptic services experience or laboratory-based procedures experience
- Significant supervisory experience
Desirable
- Pre and In Process checking qualification (PIPC) or achievable within 18 months of appointment
- Experience of using stock management computer systems
- Experience of ordering and stock control
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
