A new opportunity has arisen for a Production Supervisor to join our Section 10 Aseptic Pharmacy Department at Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff.
The role will comprise of technical duties in supplying SACT, including Clinical Trial treatments, supervisory duties within the aseptic department, assisting with the Pharmacy Quality System, assisting the management team with delivering training and management of junior staff.
Applicants must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail and be a team player. You will be part of a strong and supportive team who can aid your learning, with opportunities for development tailored to your needs.
Successful candidates will be appointed to either of the following roles dependant on qualifications:
Band 5
If personal specification is met and experience supports appointment then the successful applicant will be appoint as a Band 5.
Band 5 subject to Annex 21
The successful candidate with a current level of experience that supports appointment but requires further training to support a band 5 role, will be appointed to the Band 5 subjected to Annex 21 - see documentation attached. During the training period a series of competencies as well as on the job training will be undertaken. On successful attainment of the competencies to the required level, appointment will be made to the band 5 role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers welcome to apply.
Assisting the Senior Technician in the day to day running of the Aseptic Services Unit
To organise the safe and efficient production of aseptically prepared products. Supervising a team whilst ensuring GMP, COSHH and local and trust procedures are adhered to.
Co-ordinating the preparation of aseptically prepared medicines under Section 10 exemption of the Medicines Act 1968.
Co-ordinating staffing to ensure appropriate skill mix and technical staff allocation throughout Aseptic Services liaising with the Senior Technician to identify any issues.
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
Velindre Cancer Centre is situated in the northern suburbs of the vibrant city of Cardiff, within easy reach of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park The Centre provides a clinical oncology service to the population of South East Wales.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
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You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.