Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Pharmacy Technician - Technical Services
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Job Overview
Southmead Hospital Pharmacy, part of the Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, are looking to appoint a GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician with extensive knowledge of Aseptic preparation. This is an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic technician to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team delivering a high-level service to an expanding and developing establishment.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful candidate will assist the Lead Technician in the application of EU-GMP through the appraisal and development of a robust programme of training to ensure that all staff are compliant with regulatory requirements. You will play an integral role in managing daily workload, the supervision of junior staff, and coordination of environmental monitoring with Quality Control.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for a full list of duties. This will include:
- Pre and In-process checks of complex processes
- Day-to-day supervision and coordination of workload and staff capacity throughout the facility
- Development and oversight of Technical training package in line with EU-GMP and QAAPSs
- Deputising for Lead Technician as required
Person Specification
Education
Essential criteria:
- NVQ 3 or Equivalent
- Current registration with GPhC
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable criteria:
- Completion of Pre & In-Process Checks (PIPC)
- Completion of Product Approval Accreditation
Work Experience
Essential criteria:
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- Post qualification experience within a UK Hospital Aseptic Unit
- Experience of working with GMP standards
- Management of staff or processes
Desirable criteria:
- NVQ or equivalent assessor qualification
- Ability to mentor junior staff
- Experience of audit and quality management
Skills and Knowledge
Essential criteria:
- Competent command of the English language
- Ability to communicate efficiently through multiple media
- Proficient use of Windows-based software
Desirable criteria:
- Competency to work unsupervised
- Training and supervisory skills
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria:
- Self-motivated and logical approach to problem-solving
- Adaptable and ability to work flexibly when under pressure
- Ability to prioritise using own initiative
Desirable criteria:
- Ability to work during normal hours (09:00 to 17:00) and to be flexible surrounding planned maintenance and service requirements
- Ability to motivate others within the team setting
Working for Our Organisation
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust employs over 25,000 staff providing healthcare to over 1 million patients from Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset. Southmead Hospital is the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
As a guide, interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
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