Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity for a person interested in a little-known area of Pharmacy. We are a busy Aseptic/Technical Services Unit based within the Pharmacy Department at York Hospital. So, what is "Technical Services"? We are a service that supplies and prepares bespoke intravenous products, such as chemotherapy, to both in-patients and out-patients.
Suitable candidates would be required to work within the cleanroom environment where duties are interesting and varied. Duties range from maintaining and monitoring the cleanroomenvironment, stock management of drugs and consumable items and assisting the production staff with the making and distribution of products.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a service that works very hard behind the scenes to ensure that patients receive the very best treatment. The team are friendly and hardworking and proud of their contribution to patient care.
Accuracy and attention to detail is essential for this position as is a passion for patient care, quality, and improvement. Full training will be provided and you will be given the opportunity to undertake further qualifications. Applicants must also hold GCSE's in maths and English language (or equivalent) at Grades C/4 or above.
This is a fulfilling role in itself but it is also a great steppingstone into Pharmacy with many different opportunities for career development.
Please contact John Boulton on 01904721836 or John.Boulton@nhs.net for further information.
Main duties of the job
You will be required to participate in the decontamination and disinfection of the aseptic unit. The aseptic unit is a sterile, clean room environment where preparation of pharmaceutical products takes place. You will also undertake some environmental monitoring duties which are essential in ensuring that the environment remains in a controlled state. There are also administration tasks to undertake as well as stock management activities such as stock checks, receipt of stock and expiry date checks.
We are looking for a conscientious individual who will take a methodical approach to a task and who appreciates the importance of following procedures.
About us
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 for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
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: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
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.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
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: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
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.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification/. You must have proof of qualifications.
Experience & Knowledge Required
Desirable
- Working within a pharmacy or healthcare environment
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Able to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible to changing work routines
- Work as part of a team
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Able to handle moderate loads
- Able to use own judgement to prioritise tasks
- Willingness to complete funded QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services which is required to fulfil role
Values, Drivers & Motivators
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Kindess
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Openness
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Pursue Excellence
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification/. You must have proof of qualifications.
Experience & Knowledge Required
Desirable
- Working within a pharmacy or healthcare environment
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Able to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible to changing work routines
- Work as part of a team
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Able to handle moderate loads
- Able to use own judgement to prioritise tasks
- Willingness to complete funded QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services which is required to fulfil role
Values, Drivers & Motivators
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Kindess
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Openness
- Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Pursue Excellence
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.
