Job summary
We have a fantastic opportunity for a GPhC registered Pharmacist to join the Pharmacy Technical Services team in our Pharmacy Production Unit, at Glan Clwyd Hospital.
The services provided within the unit include SACT preparation, parenteral nutrition, RadioPharmacy, general CIVAS, and the unit also holds a specials manufacturing licence for non-sterile activity. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual who is self-motivated and shares our focus on developing the service through putting the needs of our patients first. This role will support the Lead Production Pharmacist with our Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS). The successful applicant will also be able to help shape the future service model as the TrAMS programme develops.
Main duties of the job
This post offers developmental opportunity for a registered GPhC Pharmacist currently working at Band 6 level, who wishes to progress to Band 7 through a structured development plan over a 12 month period, and starting salary will depend on the successful candidate's experience. As a registered GPhC pharmacist working within Technical Services, you will perform the role of an authorised pharmacist and must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the legal framework that supports good practice within a production unit. This technical services pharmacist role will also provide key operational support for all aspects of production activity, including both aseptic and non-sterile preparation of products.
We are looking for an individual who will contribute to and work well within our existing team and help to develop both the quality and range of services we offer. You must be able to work to a high standard, have good organisational and communication skills, an eye for detail, good accuracy skills and ability to use your own initiative whilst working to time schedules and under pressure.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post may be included in a forthcoming organisational change process, to create the Transforming Access to Medicines (TrAMs) Service. The nature and timescales of the proposed change will be subject to consultation in conjunction with the All-Wales Organisational Change Policy. There is no anticipated risk to employment due to this change. Please contact the recruiting manager if you wish to discuss this further. More information on the TrAMs programme can be found here: Transforming Access to Medicines - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
The Production Unit supports training and development of all our staff and you will be given opportunities to attend courses where appropriate to further your development within technical services.
Further duties and requirements of the role can be found within the attached person specification and job description, and please do not hesitate to contact us for an informal discussion if you have more specific questions or would like to learn more about the role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post may be included in a forthcoming organisational change process, to create the Transforming Access to Medicines (TrAMs) Service. The nature and timescales of the proposed change will be subject to consultation in conjunction with the All-Wales Organisational Change Policy. There is no anticipated risk to employment due to this change. Please contact the recruiting manager if you wish to discuss this further. More information on the TrAMs programme can be found here: Transforming Access to Medicines - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
The Production Unit supports training and development of all our staff and you will be given opportunities to attend courses where appropriate to further your development within technical services.
Further duties and requirements of the role can be found within the attached person specification and job description, and please do not hesitate to contact us for an informal discussion if you have more specific questions or would like to learn more about the role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- MPharm degreee or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or Post Graduate Pharmaceutical Technology Diploma or equivalent experience
- Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a Cardiff University Clinical Pharmacy diploma tutor
Experience
Essential
- Broad post registration experience working in a hospital pharmacy department
Desirable
- Experience in Aseptic services
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Decision-making ability
- Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team setting
- Good communicator, motivated, able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Evidence of successful management of people
- Development of protocols and procedures
- Teaching and presentational skills
- Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- MPharm degreee or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or Post Graduate Pharmaceutical Technology Diploma or equivalent experience
- Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a Cardiff University Clinical Pharmacy diploma tutor
Experience
Essential
- Broad post registration experience working in a hospital pharmacy department
Desirable
- Experience in Aseptic services
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Decision-making ability
- Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team setting
- Good communicator, motivated, able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Evidence of successful management of people
- Development of protocols and procedures
- Teaching and presentational skills
- Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
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).
