Science Manufacturing Technician Higher Level (XR05)

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

We are a specialist branch of Pharmacy that works tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring life changing and lifesaving medications and treatments are prepared, this particular role is pivotal to achieving this.

We are wholeheartedly committed to continuing and nurturing the legacy of the NHS, by working together as a team to place patient care at the highest priority, essentially placing patient care above personal gain.

This position is a great opportunity to either start a career in Aseptics or develop further within this specialized discipline.

You will ideally be ambitious, self-motivated, committed, dynamic and have good practical skills, as this is a 'hands-on' role.

If these are qualities you possess, then we would love to hear from you.

As the successful candidate you must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work on your own initiative as well as working within a team.

In return for your effort and commitment we will give you the opportunity to further develop your skills in a friendly and progressive department. The Pharmacy department is committed to ongoing development ensuring you can reach your full potential.

For a genuinely special and rewarding career, prepare to make a difference and apply to join Preparative Services and start your Aseptics journey.

Expected Shortlisting Date

16/04/2025

Planned Interview Date

07/05/2025

Main duties of the job

This is a varied role working across both Aseptic Units (SJUH and LGI).

The day-to-day running of the department, managing workflow, managing the rota and ensuring the service runs efficiently is the main duty of this role.

Other aspects of the role include preparing the variety of IV medicines we produce, supervising this production, working in our outer or inner support areas and also ensuring a sterile environment is maintained within the Aseptic Units by following a stringent cleaning and monitoring schedule.

About Us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the country, offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.

Our vision as a Trust is to be the best for specialist and integrated care. This is underpinned by our values - The Leeds Way. The Leeds Way defines who we are, what we believe and how we will work together to deliver the best outcomes for our patients.

MMPS is nationally recognised as an exemplar service. The CSU responsibilities span the provision and use of medicines across all patient pathways. We offer a range of diverse opportunities to all our staff.

Our vision is Making it easy for people to get the most from their medicines and we are continually innovating to improve our services for patients and staff.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Date posted

26 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9298-MMP-369

Job locations

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Working as an experienced qualified Science Manufacturing Technician the post holder will contribute to the efficient delivery of the Pharmaceutical Service to patients, wards and departments both within the Trust and to other healthcare organisations.

Working under guidance of SOPs, GMP, COSHH, the post holder will:

1. Aseptically manufacture and issue medicines to patients ensuring that all the necessary information is available.
2. Aseptically manufacture clinical trial medication and complete all required documentation following the defined Standard Operating Procedures.
3. Aseptically manufacture specialist hospital-only medicines and unlicensed medicines which require accurate, detailed records.
4. Dispense controlled drugs and ensure that all legally required records are accurate and up to date.
5. Ensure that all information needed for accurate stock control and prescription issues data is recorded, using them to aseptically manufacture products.
6. Carry out pre and in-processing checking within Preparative Services.
7. Liaise with Procurement staff about urgently required medicines, and inform patients and other health care staff about supply problems / delays.
8. Ensure that all information needed for accurate stock control is recorded using the appropriate paper or electronic system.
9. Answer queries from nurses and other healthcare professionals, within the limit of authority referring where required.
10. Promote good communications between Pharmacy and Ward staff to ensure a safe, efficient and cost-effective medicines service.
11. Assist in the training of all Preparative Services staff, Pre-registration Technicians, Technicians, Pharmacy Support Workers and pre-registration Pharmacists.
12. Participate in recruitment and selection of junior technical staff.
13. Prioritise workload and analyse situations to resolve problems.
14. Deputise for the Specialist Technicians in their absence and supervise the work of Pharmacy Technicians, Pre-Registration Technicians and Pharmacy Service Assistants by maintaining standards of service, ensuring completion of all specified documentation and briefing staff to inform them of any changes in working practice.
15. Contribute to departmental forward planning.
16. Identify own development and training needs and keep up to date with all national codes of practice, standards, and relevant legislation.
17. Adhere strictly to working procedures and departmental policies both for drug supply and security.
18. Comply with Trust and departmental procedures relating to Health and Safety and Clinical waste management.
19. Participate in the weekend, evening and Bank Holiday rota.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required

1. Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician qualification.
2. Proven post qualification experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
3. Evidence of post registration CPD.
4. Qualified pre and in-process checker within Preparative Services.
5. Experience of supervising and training staff.
6. Experience of service development.

Person Specification

Experience Essential

• Must have excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and give instruction to Pharmacy Support Workers.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Knowledge of good customer care.
• Ability to interpret written instructions.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Desirable

• Experience of working in an aseptic unit.
• Experience of working in a hospital environment.

Skills and Behaviors Essential

• Experience of stock control systems.
• An understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice.
• An understanding of clean room behaviours.
• A desire for career progression within Aseptics.

Qualifications Essential

• Science Manufacturing Technician (Or due to qualify). Registered (or in the process of registering).

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

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