About this role
Job summary
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.
We also welcome applications from SMT's - you will be required to be a RSci Tech - Registered Science Technician with the science council
Located along the picturesque Sussex coast, our region is renowned for its diversity and vibrancy. With stunning beaches and the beautiful Sussex Downs in close proximity, all our sites provide an exciting and inspiring work environment.
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.
Join our team at UHS and become a part of our dynamic and progressive cancer pharmacy service. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on patient care and shape the future of oncology services.
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 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). Work within the pharmacy dispensary will be to the standards specified in the following: Pharmacy dispensing and labelling standards, Pharmacy departmental standard operating procedures ensuring compliance with Responsible Pharmacist legislation.
About us
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Job description Job responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
To provide assistance in the provision of pharmacy aseptic services at St Richard's Hospital for patients within the Trust including: line management of staff, organisation of day to day activities, preparation of cytotoxic products, worksheet and label preparation and monitoring of the environment.
Main Responsibilities:
Participate in co-ordinating 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) and maintain an up to date portfolio of evidence to meet CPD requirements of the accreditation. 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. Please read the JD for a more detailed list of roles and responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
Experience/Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, BTEC Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
Desirable
Pre and In Process Checking Accreditation Product Approval Accreditation Programme
Skills Essential
Knowledge and experience of pharmacy aseptic services Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
People Managment and Development Essential
Experience of supervising pharmacy staff within an aseptic unit.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)