Senior Pharmacy Technician - Technical Services

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 toensure that all staff are compliant with regulatory requirements.You will play an integral role in managing daily workload, the supervision of junior staff, and co-ordination of environmental monitoring with QualityControlYou must also be able to show that you have recent experience of working in a similar capacity, have an in-depth knowledge ofaseptic preparation, an understanding of the exacting standards of EU-GMP and be able to demonstrate that you enjoy the challenge of training.

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 co-ordination 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

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 specialities. 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.

Education

Essential: - NVQ 3 or Equivalent; - Current registration with GPhC; - Evidence of C.P.D

Desirable: - Completion of Pre & In-Process Checks (PIPC); - Completion of Product Approval Accreditation

Work Experience

Essential: - Post qualification experience within a UK Hospital Aseptic Unit; - Experience of working with GMP standards; - Management of staff or processes

Desirable: - NVQ or equivalent assessor qualification; - Ability to mentor junior staff; - Experience of audit and quality management

Skills and Knowledge

Essential: - Competent command of the English language; - Ability to communicate efficiently through multiple media; - Proficient use of windows based software

Desirable: - Competency to work unsupervised; - Training and supervisory skills

Personal atributes