Technical Services Systems Specialist (Internal Only)

Royal Devon

Exeter

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 48,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Job summary

Technical Services Systems Specialist (Internal Only) at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter seeks an experienced professional to join the aseptic team. The role focuses on maintaining and developing the Technical Services Unit systems and supporting validation of new products to ensure high standards of pharmaceutical care.

You will be part of a team driving integration and improvements across the service, with opportunities for professional development within a

Qualifications

We are looking for an innovative and experienced professional who has previous experience in delivering aseptic services in Section 10 and/or MS license unit to join our aseptic team and enhance our ability to provide best care for our patients.

Responsibilities

To maintain, develop and support the systems used within the Technical Services Unit
To lead in the validation of new products
To lead in the assessment of new product lines to be added to the catalogue
To support in the maintenance and procurement of stock used across product lines
To support in the provision of the Aseptic Compounding service including performing in-process checks and Product Approval

Job description

Role Summary

This post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy aseptic team at the
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Eastern) and carry out
manual, technical and distribution duties in line with Good Manufacturing Practice
and the department's own operating guidelines. The successful candidates will be
strong team players with the desire to learn and an eye for detail. The nature of the
work can at times be repetitive but requires the operators to have full concentration
for the whole of the process they are working on. Flexibility is also required as the
post holder may be required to work on several different tasks in one day and to flex
their start and finish times to fit in with service user plans and meet delivery
schedules

To maintain, develop and support the systems used within the Technical Services Unit
To lead in the validation of new products
To lead in the assessment of new product lines to be added to the catalogue
To support in the maintenance and procurement of stock used across product lines
To support in the provision of the Aseptic Compounding service including performing in-process checks and Product Approval

About the Role

More detail about the role

We are looking for an innovative and experienced professional who has previous experience in delivering aseptic services in Section 10 and/or MS license unit to join our aseptic team and enhance our ability to provide best care for our patients.

You will be joining our team at an exciting time as we become further integrated into the multidisciplinary developments within the wider cancer SACT service and work towards the launch of the Peninsula-wide Beacon Oncology module of EPIC (the Trusts electronic patient record).

You will be an excellent communicator interacting with healthcare professionals and patients.

You must be highly self-motivated, able to demonstrate leadership skills and have the ability to plan and work, both independently and as part of the wider healthcare team, to deliver excellent pharmaceutical care to our patients.

We are looking for an innovative and experienced SMT, STP or pharmacy technician to join our team. This role provides extensive opportunities to develop within a specialist role in a supportive environment with comprehensive training.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Yvonne Palmer (Principal Pharmacist – Technical Services), Tel 01392 404811, yvonnepalmer@nhs.net

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme

Technical Services Systems Specialist (Internal Only)