Main area Aseptic Services, Senior Pharmacy technician Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Secondment) Hours
Full time
Part time
Flexible working
Compressed hours
37.5 hours per week (Plus bank holiday and weekend rotas) Job ref 279-6782611-JAN25
Employer:
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type:
NHS Site:
Worthing Hospital Town:
WORTHING Salary:
£37,338 - £44,962 per annum Salary period:
Yearly Closing:
09/02/2025 23:59 Band 6
About our Trust At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. Job overview
We are seeking a motivated and passionate Senior Technician who is eager to contribute to the advancement of our Aseptic services. If you are looking to progress in your career and enhance your knowledge and skills, this position offers an ideal opportunity for professional growth. As part of this team, you will be able to work with a variety of people providing an outstanding service to the Trust ensuring the safe and efficient provision of chemotherapy. Main duties of the job
University Hospitals Sussex (UHS) places immense value on its Aseptic pharmacy team, which has steadily grown in both strength and size over the years. We are delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Technician to join our well-established team of dedicated professionals. The job holder must be a registered Pharmacy Technician or Science Manufacturing Technician who will need to be able to work with members of the cross-site pharmacy aseptic services team and other stakeholders. Aseptic duties are to be carried out in line with the aseptic unit standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To provide assistance in the provision of pharmacy aseptic services at Worthing Hospital for patients within the Trust including: line management of staff, organization of day-to-day activities, preparation of cytotoxic products, worksheet and label preparation and monitoring of the environment. Main Responsibilities: Participate in coordinating the activities for the aseptic unit, managing staff placement and ensuring safe working practices within the unit. Ensure that aseptic duties are carried out according to national standards. Work towards achieving regional/national accreditations e.g. Pre and In Process Checking (PIPC) and Product Approval Accreditation Programme (PAAP). Act as a role model and provide a positive mentoring experience for new and junior staff. Act as line manager for designated member(s) of staff taking responsibility for performance review and objective setting in line with Trust policies. Person specification
Experience and Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent BTEC in pharmaceutical Science or completion of Science Manufacturing Process Operative Level 2 apprenticeship. Significant experience working in a hospital pharmacy. Significant experience of working within a pharmacy aseptic unit. Pre and In Process Checking (PIPC) Accreditation or equivalent or fulfills requirements for undertaking regional course. Nationally accredited Product Approval Checking Technician. Educational Supervisor. Specific Requirements
Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC or registered as a Science Manufacturing Technician through an appropriate industry body. Skills
Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of aseptic unit procedures and systems. Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of pharmacy dispensing procedures and systems. Experience of staff management. People Management and Development
Efficient line management of Technical team. Able to implement SOPs and suggest changes to working and training practices. Freedom to Act
High level of motivation and initiative. Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Important information for applicants Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified. UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type:
NHS Site:
Worthing Hospital Town:
WORTHING Salary:
£37,338 - £44,962 per annum Salary period:
Yearly Closing:
09/02/2025 23:59 Band 6
About our Trust At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. Job overview
We are seeking a motivated and passionate Senior Technician who is eager to contribute to the advancement of our Aseptic services. If you are looking to progress in your career and enhance your knowledge and skills, this position offers an ideal opportunity for professional growth. As part of this team, you will be able to work with a variety of people providing an outstanding service to the Trust ensuring the safe and efficient provision of chemotherapy. Main duties of the job
University Hospitals Sussex (UHS) places immense value on its Aseptic pharmacy team, which has steadily grown in both strength and size over the years. We are delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Technician to join our well-established team of dedicated professionals. The job holder must be a registered Pharmacy Technician or Science Manufacturing Technician who will need to be able to work with members of the cross-site pharmacy aseptic services team and other stakeholders. Aseptic duties are to be carried out in line with the aseptic unit standard operating procedures (SOPs). Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To provide assistance in the provision of pharmacy aseptic services at Worthing Hospital for patients within the Trust including: line management of staff, organization of day-to-day activities, preparation of cytotoxic products, worksheet and label preparation and monitoring of the environment. Main Responsibilities: Participate in coordinating the activities for the aseptic unit, managing staff placement and ensuring safe working practices within the unit. Ensure that aseptic duties are carried out according to national standards. Work towards achieving regional/national accreditations e.g. Pre and In Process Checking (PIPC) and Product Approval Accreditation Programme (PAAP). Act as a role model and provide a positive mentoring experience for new and junior staff. Act as line manager for designated member(s) of staff taking responsibility for performance review and objective setting in line with Trust policies. Person specification
Experience and Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services or equivalent BTEC in pharmaceutical Science or completion of Science Manufacturing Process Operative Level 2 apprenticeship. Significant experience working in a hospital pharmacy. Significant experience of working within a pharmacy aseptic unit. Pre and In Process Checking (PIPC) Accreditation or equivalent or fulfills requirements for undertaking regional course. Nationally accredited Product Approval Checking Technician. Educational Supervisor. Specific Requirements
Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC or registered as a Science Manufacturing Technician through an appropriate industry body. Skills
Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of aseptic unit procedures and systems. Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of pharmacy dispensing procedures and systems. Experience of staff management. People Management and Development
Efficient line management of Technical team. Able to implement SOPs and suggest changes to working and training practices. Freedom to Act
High level of motivation and initiative. Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Important information for applicants Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified. UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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