Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Technician in Aseptic Services to join our established, friendly and progressive Pharmacy team at Dorset County Hospital.
We are looking for an ambitious, highly motivated and dynamic pharmacy Technician wanting to join our aseptic team. You should be a dynamic and resourceful Pharmacy Technician and have experience in auditing, managing workloads and problem solving skills as well as excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
The Aseptic team comprises of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Science Manufacturing Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants. You will be expected to manage the day to day running of the aseptic unit alongside the principal technician, training of staff and promote health, safety and quality issues. You will be a highly valued member of the Pharmacy and should be committed to delivering outstanding patient experience.
The post includes weekend working rota.The candidate should hold a nationally recognised Pre & In Process Checking qualification. The candidate must have current/recent experience in line management as well as operational responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
- To be part of a team of pharmacists, technicians and assistants providing a timely and accurate supply of aseptically prepared pharmaceuticals to wards and departments in Dorset County Hospital.
- To deputise in the absence of the principal technician for the technical delivery of the pharmacy aseptic and cancer services at Dorset County Hospital.
- To manage and prioritise the workload to ensure the timely delivery of chemotherapy and CIVAS products for adult and paediatric patients.
- To work independently and as part of a team ensuring work is undertaken in line with policies and procedures.
- To manage the team of technicians and support staff within the pharmacy aseptic unit.
- To provide training and support for ongoing development in aseptic techniques for all relevant personnel.
- To promote Health and Safety and quality issues within the pharmacy service.
- To participate in training and accreditations including intrathecal training, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for clinical trials and mandatory training to meet the demands of the service.
- To act as a line manager.
- To participate in weekend working duties as rostered.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role may be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case-by-case basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a pharmacy technician at Band 5 or above in an aseptic unit
- Experience of training technicians, SMT's and pharmacy assistants in Aseptics
- Demonstrates awareness of good distribution practice
- Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety concerns
- Identifies own training needs
Desirable
- Understanding of Trust and pharmacy priorities
- Experience of working within clinical trials
- Experience of Line Management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure, methodically and accurately.
- Evidence of knowledge of aseptic procedures, GMP and Pharmacy Quality Systems
- Ability to cope with difficult situations, challenges and changes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good understanding of hospital pharmacy practice in order to support and advice other staff
- Able to analyse and interpret prescriptions, identify problems and decide upon an appropriate course of action
- Good communication skills both oral & written. Ability to communicate with health care professionals and members of the public
- Able to identify and prioritise clinical workload for team
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative, able to plan and organise straightforward activities, adjusting plans and priorities as necessary depending on circumstances
- Demonstrates good timekeeping
- Good knowledge of legal requirements (Law & Ethics) for dispensing and supplying medicines, including controlled drugs
- Ability to work flexibly and participate in weekend working and other rotas as operational duties require
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Evidence of computer literacy (Word, Excel etc)
Desirable
- Experience in co-ordinating the day-to-day practice activities of others
- Ability to work autonomously
- Demonstrates the ability to identify and manage risks
- Ability to implement audit outcomes
- Demonstrates ability to achieve desired outcomes in the face of unavoidable work pressures
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy and/or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
- Registered Technician with GPhC
Desirable
- Qualified Product Approver or willing to undertake PAAP training
- Accredited in Pre and In Process Checking
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working as a pharmacy technician at Band 5 or above in an aseptic unit
- Experience of training technicians, SMT's and pharmacy assistants in Aseptics
- Demonstrates awareness of good distribution practice
- Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety concerns
- Identifies own training needs
Desirable
- Understanding of Trust and pharmacy priorities
- Experience of working within clinical trials
- Experience of Line Management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure, methodically and accurately.
- Evidence of knowledge of aseptic procedures, GMP and Pharmacy Quality Systems
- Ability to cope with difficult situations, challenges and changes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good understanding of hospital pharmacy practice in order to support and advice other staff
- Able to analyse and interpret prescriptions, identify problems and decide upon an appropriate course of action
- Good communication skills both oral & written. Ability to communicate with health care professionals and members of the public
- Able to identify and prioritise clinical workload for team
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative, able to plan and organise straightforward activities, adjusting plans and priorities as necessary depending on circumstances
- Demonstrates good timekeeping
- Good knowledge of legal requirements (Law & Ethics) for dispensing and supplying medicines, including controlled drugs
- Ability to work flexibly and participate in weekend working and other rotas as operational duties require
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Evidence of computer literacy (Word, Excel etc)
Desirable
- Experience in co-ordinating the day-to-day practice activities of others
- Ability to work autonomously
- Demonstrates the ability to identify and manage risks
- Ability to implement audit outcomes
- Demonstrates ability to achieve desired outcomes in the face of unavoidable work pressures
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy and/or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
- Registered Technician with GPhC
Desirable
- Qualified Product Approver or willing to undertake PAAP training
- Accredited in Pre and In Process Checking
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).
