Responsibilities
* To assemble and prepare pharmaceutical products in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures
* Prepare, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice, Aseptic injectables using isolator technology
* To accurately record and maintain all elements of paper-work related to the preparation of products and maintenance of the facility
* Support the supervision of assistants working within Pharmacy Technical Services and support the delivery of their training
* To assist in the maintenance of the environment, ensuring that the cleanliness of the facility is to GMP standards, + Aseptic preparation of injectable medicines and other sterile products using isolator technology
* Assemble associated paperwork and components for all aspects of service provision methodically and accurately following standard operating procedures
* Undertakes the physical and microbiological environmental monitoring associated with the facility.
* Undertakes the regular daily cleaning of the aseptic facility in accordance with GMP and departmental procedures
* Undertake the monthly and 3 monthly "deep clean" processes.
* Assemble non-sterile packs of emergency medication in line with departmental procedures and trust wide resuscitation policy
* Dispense associated medications that accompany the injectable product using pharmacy related computer software.
* Using dedicated pharmacy system maintain stock levels to ensure product and processes are charged appropriately and stock is re-ordered in a timely manner.
* Assists in the completion of QA records using the quality management systems.
* Maintain competency through regular training and validation following initial training.
* To work together with the team to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.
Qualifications and Requirements
* We require enthusiastic, hardworking and trustworthy individuals who have the ability to communicate well and work together to join our small team of dedicated staff.
* You will be expected to participate in the manipulations of sterile injectables; including chemotherapy, TPN and CIVAS using isolator technology.
* You will assist in the preparation of associated paperwork, ensuring that we meet the exacting standards of the NHS.
* A good general education, demonstrating a suitable level of literacy and numeracy is essential, along with basic IT computer skills. We offer the necessary training and validations to support your induction to the service and look forward to working with you.
* A good general education, literacy/numeracy level and basic IT skills are essential
About North Bristol NHS Trust
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care. We are committed to equality of opportunity, fairness and inclusivity, and to being a place where we all belong. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Important notices
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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