Band 4 - Pharmacy Production Technician, Pharmacy - Technical Services
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to support the Pharmacy Preparative Services in the provision of chemotherapy to patients within the trust and a Repacking, Over-labeling and Assembly service to external customers (Assembly & Packing Unit). The manufacturing unit holds an MHRA Manufacturer's "Specials" License for its activities.
We are looking for a qualified technician with a minimum of 2 years' experience to join our small friendly team. You will have experience of aseptic compounding, production (Nonsterile), teamwork, staff supervision and work planning.
Applicants should hold a valid BTEC, SMT apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 certificates and be registered with a relevant professional body.
The department provides a stimulating, friendly and professionally rewarding environment for staff to further develop their technical expertise.
Our teams have worked hard to redesign our services and have utilised technology and information effectively to deliver a high quality service for patients.
Main duties of the job
The role will require you to provide technical pharmacy support to the Pharmacy Production/Aseptic services and ensure that all products are appropriately, efficiently and cost effectively prepared within the unit, according to the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and that Pharmaceutical guidelines relevant to aseptic dispensing, prepacking & over labelling (production) and departmental procedures are followed.
To supervise the activity of Pharmacy Assistants, Student Pharmacy Technicians and rotational Pharmacy Technicians.
A flexible and professional approach is required. You must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal and be able to follow instructions and guidance. Able to work alone and as part of a team as well as ability to follow often complex operating procedures. You should be able to work under pressure and maintain quality standards. Be effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be able to adapt to meet the needs of the department/service.
We provide opportunities for education and training and support continuing professional development.
To perform in-process checks for aseptically prepared/manufactured products and non-sterile products, after undertaking an accreditation program.
To participate in aseptic preparation of Cytotoxic, Biological medicinal products, CIVAS and in the pre-packing & assembly service.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
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If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Date posted
10 July 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,405 to £28,976 a year inc. 5% HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
360-C-4747
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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