Job summary
To undertake a broad range of technical activities to provide a comprehensive pharmaceutical service to the benefit of patient care
Main duties of the job
- To perform pre-process checking of aseptically prepared products
- To perform accuracy checking of dispensed items including outsourced chemotherapy
- To perform quality checks of outsourced 'unlicensed' aseptic products.
- To assist in the preparation and dispensing of medicines for clinical trials.
- To assist in stock control by the correct use of the Wellsky stock control system.
- To carry out monthly internal audit checks against QAAP standards.
- To prioritize, supervise and delegate work of junior members of staff as appropriate under the supervision of the Senior Technician - Aseptic Services.
- To assist in the training of new members of staff, ensuring the implementation of department SOPs.
- Maintain CPD portfolio and complete regular re-assessment of competence.
Any other duties commensurate with the post when required.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform pre-process checking of aseptically prepared products
- To perform accuracy checking of dispensed items including outsourced chemotherapy
- To perform quality checks of outsourced unlicensed aseptic products.
- To assist in the preparation and dispensing of medicines for clinical trials.
- To assist in stock control by the correct use of the Wellsky stock control system.
- To carry out monthly internal audit checks against QAAP standards.
- To prioritize, supervise and delegate work of junior members of staff as appropriate under the supervision of the Senior Technician Aseptic Services.
- To assist in the training of new members of staff, ensuring the implementation of department SOPs.
- Maintain CPD portfolio and complete regular re-assessment of competence.
Any other duties commensurate with the post when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To perform pre-process checking of aseptically prepared products
- To perform accuracy checking of dispensed items including outsourced chemotherapy
- To perform quality checks of outsourced unlicensed aseptic products.
- To assist in the preparation and dispensing of medicines for clinical trials.
- To assist in stock control by the correct use of the Wellsky stock control system.
- To carry out monthly internal audit checks against QAAP standards.
- To prioritize, supervise and delegate work of junior members of staff as appropriate under the supervision of the Senior Technician Aseptic Services.
- To assist in the training of new members of staff, ensuring the implementation of department SOPs.
- Maintain CPD portfolio and complete regular re-assessment of competence.
Any other duties commensurate with the post when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered as a Science Manufacturing Technician
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
- Previous experience working in Pharmacy Aseptic Services
Desirable
- Accredited pre-process checking qualification
Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills, including planning and prioritising
- Good communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Problem solver
- Team player and ability to build good relationship with colleagues
- Skill set to use Microsoft Office and Pharmacy software
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered as a Science Manufacturing Technician
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
- Previous experience working in Pharmacy Aseptic Services
Desirable
- Accredited pre-process checking qualification
Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills, including planning and prioritising
- Good communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
- Problem solver
- Team player and ability to build good relationship with colleagues
- Skill set to use Microsoft Office and Pharmacy software
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).
