Chief Technician Uk Sponsorship Available

Job Description

Pharmacy Technical Services Manager

Location: Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Department: Pharmacy Technical Services Unit (PTSU)
Team Size: Approx. 22 staff members

Role Overview:
This role supports the Head of Pharmacy Technical Services in ensuring the delivery of high-quality aseptically prepared medicines in compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice). The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team of approximately 22 staff members, working to deliver critical services such as chemotherapy, TPN, CIVAS, pain intrathecal doses, radiopharmaceutical kits, and over-labeling services. With new isolators set to be installed, the team is also preparing to participate in providing genomic medicine in the near future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Pharmacy Technical Services for Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust.
• Oversee the Pharmacy Technical Services provided to PTSU by Trust departments and external organisations as outlined in Service Level/Technical Agreements.
• Manage resources within the Technical Services team, including staff, equipment, and operational workflows.
• Collaborate in the preparation for QAAPS internal audits, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and best practice standards.
• Manage rotas for allocated pharmacy staff to ensure adequate coverage across all PTSU areas, working closely with other section leads.
• Participate as a key member of the PTSU Senior Management Team.

About Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust:
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the leading provider of acute and specialist care in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, serving a population of approximately 500,000, which increases during peak seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff with a budget of approximately £580 million.

As a teaching hospital, we partner with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa, located on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site, serves as a hub for medical and nursing education as well as ongoing professional development in both clinical and non-clinical roles.

We are committed to staying at the forefront of medical advances and continually expanding our clinical services and facilities. Our reputation for research and innovation continues to grow as we aim to provide the highest level of specialist care locally.

Additional Information:

• Flexible Working: We may be able to offer flexible working options. Please discuss at interview.
• Sponsorship: Sponsorship may be available, but it is not guaranteed.
• Important Note: We reserve the right to close this advert early.

Application Requirements:
To be employed by the NHS, you must successfully complete the following checks:

• Identity verification
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Proof of the right to work in the UK

For more details on the required employment standards and regulations, visit NHS Employers.

How to Apply:
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