Band 5 - Senior Production Technician, Pharmacy – Technical Services

at  West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Senior Pharmacy Production Technician
Band 5 (1 wte) - 37.5hours /week
Department: Pharmacy Watford
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to support the Pharmacy Preparative Services in the provision of chemotherapy to patients within the trust. The manufacturing unit holds an MHRA Manufacturer’s “Specials” License for its activities.
We are looking for a qualified technician with a minimum of 2 years’ experience to join our small friendly team. You will have experience of aseptic compounding, production (Nonsterile), teamwork, staff supervision and work planning. You will also be expected to act as an expert witness for SMT (Science Manufacturing Technician) students.
Applicants should hold a valid BTEC,NVQ level 3 or SMT certificate and be registered with a relevant professional body
The department provides a stimulating, friendly and professionally rewarding environment for staff to further develop their technical expertise.
Our teams have worked hard to redesign our services and have utilised technology and information effectively to deliver a high-quality service for patients.
The role will require you to provide technical pharmacy support to the Pharmacy Production/Aseptic services and ensure that all products are appropriately, efficiently and cost effectively prepared within the unit, according to the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and that pharmaceutical guidelines relevant to aseptic dispensing (production) and departmental procedures are followed
To provide pharmaceutical advice to patients / carers / ward staff
To supervise the activity of Pharmacy Assistants, student production technicians and rotational Pharmacy Technicians.
To perform in-process checks for aseptically prepared/manufactured products and non-sterile products, after undertaking an accreditation program.
To participate in aseptic preparation of Cytotoxic, Biological medicinal products, and CIVAS.
To provide the final technical check for prepared Aseptic products. This includes checking of ingredients/starting components, worksheet, label, drug volumes and product integrity.
To support and participate in the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality Systems within the technical services department
To ensure maintenance of the pharmacy manufacturing unit facilities (including monitoring, calibration, validation and general maintenance) is carried out
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
A flexible and professional approach is required. You must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal and be able to follow instructions and guidance. Able to work alone and as part of a team as well as ability to follow often complex operating procedures.
You should be able to work under pressure and maintain quality standards. Be effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be able to adapt to meet the needs of the department/service.
We provide opportunities for education and training and support continuing professional development

Please refer the Job description for details