Technical Services Systems Specialist

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Job Responsibilities

• To maintain, develop and support the systems used within the Technical Services Unit
• To lead in the validation of new product and prescription builds
• To lead in the assessment of new product lines to be added to the catalogue
• To support in the maintenance and procurement of stock used across product lines
• To support in the provision of the Aseptic Compounding service including performing in-process checks and product Approval

Main Duties of the Job

As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.

Job Summary

This post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy aseptic team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Eastern) initially on an 18 months fixed term contract and carry out manual, technical and distribution duties in line with Good Manufacturing Practice and the department's own operating guidelines. The successful candidates will be strong team players with the desire to learn and an eye for detail. The nature of the work can be repetitive but requires full concentration for the whole process. Flexibility is also required as the post holder may be required to work on several different tasks in one day and to flex their start and finish times to fit in with service user plans and meet delivery schedules.

Job Location

Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Wonford. Requirement to participate in 7 day working to include late duties, bank holidays and weekend working.

Person Specification

We are looking for an innovative and experienced SMT, STP or pharmacy technician to join our team. This role provides extensive opportunities to develop within a specialist role in a supportive environment with comprehensive training. You must be highly self-motivated, able to demonstrate leadership skills and have the ability to plan and work both independently and as part of the wider healthcare team to deliver excellent pharmaceutical care to our patients.

Working Pattern

37.5 hours per week

Interview Date

Thursday 1st of May 2025

Contact Information

For further information and to arrange an informal visit to meet the team, please contact: Ross Curwen, Lead Technician Technical Services, Tel 01392 404811, ross.curwen@nhs.net

Additional Information

Please note, this is a Fixed Term contract for 18 months. For current NHS employees, this post could be a secondment opportunity. This post has been identified as involving access to vulnerable adults and/or children and in line with Trust policy successful applicants will be required to undertake a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure Check/Enhanced Disclosure Check.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will also have access to other benefits including National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts, salary sacrifice options, and the NHS Pension scheme.