Band 4 Rotational Technician - Pharmacy Production Services

Integrated Care System; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative Integrated Care System is looking for a Band 4 Rotational Technician in Pharmacy Production Services. This position involves assisting in the daily operations of the Sterile Production Unit and requires relevant qualifications and the ability to train staff. The role offers a fixed-term contract for 12 months and emphasizes compliance with high-quality standards in pharmaceutical production.

Benefits

Extensive career opportunities

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy or drug manufacturing environment.
• Portfolio demonstrating pharmacy practice skills and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of designated units and train less experienced staff.
• Ensure all products are manufactured in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice.
• Develop technical expertise especially in aseptic preparation.

Skills

Aseptic skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3

BTEC Pharmaceutical Science

Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Band 4 - Rotational Technician - Pharmacy Production Services

The post holder will assist the Chief Technician and Senior Technicians in the daily operations of the Sterile Production Unit, the Central Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS), and the Non-Sterile Manufacturing Department. The department is divided into four teams: Sterile Batches, Chemotherapy, Non-Sterile, and CIVAS. The post holder will be a member of one team and will rotate as required. Responsibilities include ensuring all products are manufactured in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice, COSHH, and Health and Safety directives.

This is a fixed-term post for 12 months.

Main Duties

Assist in the daily operations of the designated units and train less experienced staff. Deputise for the Senior Technician as needed. Develop and maintain expertise in all technical aspects of manufacture, especially aseptic preparation, and ensure personal accreditations are kept up-to-date.

About Us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most innovative trusts, caring for over 1.6 million patients across three hospitals. We offer extensive career opportunities, flexible working hours, and comprehensive training.

Job Responsibilities

Refer to the attached detailed job description for more information about this role.

Person Specification

Values

• Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust Values.

Education & Qualifications

• NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 with underpinning knowledge, BTEC Pharmaceutical Science, or working towards a Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacy technician or equivalent.

Experience

• Experience in hospital pharmacy or drug manufacturing environment.
• Portfolio demonstrating pharmacy practice skills, knowledge, and CPD.

Skills and Aptitudes

• Ability to train and assess others.
• Accurate following of procedures under pressure.
• Preparation of medicines requiring fine motor skills.
• Making aseptically prepared products using laminar flow cabinets and isolators.
• Making non-sterile products.
• Good aseptic skills demonstrated by negative broth runs.
• Prioritising and organising tasks independently.
• Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems, data entry, and email.
• Safe handling of hazardous materials according to SOPs.

Personal Qualities

• Teamwork skills.
• Commitment to quality standards.
• Knowledge of GMP and QA systems.
• Customer service skills.
• Self-motivation.

Others

• Ability to work weekends, late shifts, and bank holidays as required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £31,944 to £34,937 per annum, inclusive of HCAS (pro-rata).