Job summary
A fantastic opportunity have arisen in Southend Hospital to join an organisation with a reputation for excellence in the way it cares for the people it serves. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technical Officer to join the Pharmacy Technical Services Unit!
Pharmacy Technical Services Unit comprises the Asetic Production Unit, Pre-pack unit, Radiopharmacy and Cytotoxic unit. Supervised by the Team Leader in charge, the post holder will provide support services to the Pharmacy Technical Services department, including the ordering, receipt, storage and supply of Pharmaceuticals and other stocks, the manufacture of aseptic products in both the aseptic and cytotoxic unit, Radiopharmacy and manage day to day the pre-packing of medication in the pre-pack unit.
You will also assist senior staff with support duties(such as cleaning aseptic rooms) essential to the smooth functioning on the unit.37.5 hours per weekThe hours are:Monday to Friday 7.5 hours per dayThere will be bank holiday working and saturday working on a rota basis. there will be early and late finishes based on a rota.
There will be cross site workingWhile working in Radiopharmacy on rotation will be required to start at 6:45am
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
Main duties of the job
- To support Pharmacists and Technicians in providing a high quality pharmaceutical services within the Aseptic production unit to meet the needs of the trust and external customer requirements.
- The post holder will be required to maintain operator validation.
- The post holder will be responsible for the compounding of all aseptic medicines to both the trust and external customers including Cytotoxics, clinical trials, PCA's, OPAT, Radiopharmaceuticals and other aseptically prepared products.
- The post holder will be responsible for the management of the day to day operation of the pre-packing unit together with the Senior Pharmacy Assistance.
- The post holder will support senior staff with the prioritising and allocating of work for the Chemotherapy, Radiopharmacy and aseptic unit.
- The post holder will communicate with service users to ensure timely supply of prepared products.
- The post holder will be required to carry out stock management duties including receiving, correct storage, daily stock count, expiry date checks, investigating stock discrepancies and the ordering of drugs and consumables..
- The post holder will provide administrative support carrying out clerical duties as required.
- The post holder will supervise and be responsible for the training of junior members of staff
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- Responsible for co-ordinating and overseeing the work of less experienced staff within the unit.
- Act as a role model for SATOs, ATOs, student technicians and trainees.
- Plan and organise straightforward activities on a day to day basis..
- Responsible for providing leadership and assisting senior staff with prioritising work.
- Assist with the review of aseptic technique of the team.
- Compete environmental testing duties e.g. contact plates, weekly plates and leak testing isolators ensuring they are completed when required.
- Following the identification of untoward microbiological results that have led to quality exception reports or breached warnings or action limits. Co-ordinate, investigate and resolve any relevant actions identified and document their completion.
- Maintain competency in compounding, assembly, labelling and accuracy checking aseptic products through regular participation in production.
- Dispense outsourced chemotherapy and aseptic products.
- Manufacture radiopharmaceuticals
- Clean equipment and rooms
- Install Radiopharmacy generator
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- Responsible for co-ordinating and overseeing the work of less experienced staff within the unit.
- Act as a role model for SATOs, ATOs, student technicians and trainees.
- Plan and organise straightforward activities on a day to day basis..
- Responsible for providing leadership and assisting senior staff with prioritising work.
- Assist with the review of aseptic technique of the team.
- Compete environmental testing duties e.g. contact plates, weekly plates and leak testing isolators ensuring they are completed when required.
- Following the identification of untoward microbiological results that have led to quality exception reports or breached warnings or action limits. Co-ordinate, investigate and resolve any relevant actions identified and document their completion.
- Maintain competency in compounding, assembly, labelling and accuracy checking aseptic products through regular participation in production.
- Dispense outsourced chemotherapy and aseptic products.
- Manufacture radiopharmaceuticals
- Clean equipment and rooms
- Install Radiopharmacy generator
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry level GCSE or equivalent pass maths
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent aseptic units
- Entry level GCSE or equivalent pass English
- Able to demonstrate theoretical knowledge level 3
Desirable
- Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered SMT Technician
- Level 3 Pharmacy services or SMT qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant relevant experience in aseptic unit
- Understand GMP
- 6-12 months in a role following strict guidelines and standard operating procedures
- Worked in a team
- Supervise and train staff in current or previous role
- Ability to use microsoft office - word, excel, outlook
Desirable
- Has radiopharmacy experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry level GCSE or equivalent pass maths
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent aseptic units
- Entry level GCSE or equivalent pass English
- Able to demonstrate theoretical knowledge level 3
Desirable
- Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered SMT Technician
- Level 3 Pharmacy services or SMT qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant relevant experience in aseptic unit
- Understand GMP
- 6-12 months in a role following strict guidelines and standard operating procedures
- Worked in a team
- Supervise and train staff in current or previous role
- Ability to use microsoft office - word, excel, outlook
Desirable
- Has radiopharmacy experience
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).
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).
