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Radiopharmacy Cleanroom Supervisor

  • NHS
  • Full Time
  • York
  • 28392.00 - 31157.00 a year
NHS

Job Description

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced radiopharmacy or similarly experienced production worker to join our small team of staff in our York Hospital based Radiopharmacy unit.

Following a review of the radiopharmacy service we are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, with an interest in this specialist area. This new role will involve working with the Nuclear Medicine Technologists to prepare a range of radiopharmaceuticals, prepare the radiopharmacy isolator ready for use, oversee and participate in validations and maintain the necessary aseptic environment.

Main duties of the job

York Radiopharmacy is a section 10 unit producing radiopharmaceuticals used to diagnose a range of conditions. Working under the supervision of an Authorised Pharmacist, you will prepare, dispense and label radiopharmaceuticals using aseptic technique in a Grade A cleanroom environment. You will also be expected to carry out environmental monitoring, validation and cleaning of the cleanroom suite and equipment. Manage stock and starting materials, ensuring correct storage and stock rotation. Record monitoring data accurately and support the quality management system.

To be eligible for this role it is essential that you have at least 3 years experience working in an aseptic manufacturing environment such as a section 10 aseptic unit, licensed or specials manufacturing. A level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician or Pharmacy Technician qualification would be desirable.

About us

Trust Information Pack:https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension fordependants

  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

  • Agenerous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)to support with relocation expensesfor hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully.If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

  • A variety ofdifferent typesof paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work,familyand relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Workscheme

  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

  • Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring,cinemaand financefrom a rangeof providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [email protected].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oBTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences / QCF Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent/higher science based qualification or minimum 3 years service in aseptics or similar environment.

Desirable

  • oAPDM via Leeds University / TSET
  • oLevel 3 Science Manufacturing Technician
  • oPre and In-Process Checking within Aseptic Services
  • oLevel 3 Team leading

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Substantial practical work experience and knowledge relating to the procedures and provision of a hospital pharmacy dispensing service.
  • Knowledge and application of Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance systems
  • Good dispensing and distribution practices
  • Knowledge of COSHH
  • Knowledge and experience of managing stock control

Desirable

  • Knowledge and experience of working with an automated dispensing robot at a super user/expert level.
  • Hospital pharmacy dispensary experience.
  • Knowledge and experience of error monitoring processes.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Proven skills in organising, supervising, and training staff
  • Ability to prioritise workflow when the need arises.
  • A range of Aseptic preparation skills

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Professional
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Extremely flexible and reliable

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.

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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