Total 3 Senior Executive level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Watford, WD18 0JP

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


Senior Pharmacy Production Technician

Band 5 (1 wte) - 37.5hours /week

Department: Pharmacy Watford

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to support the Pharmacy Preparative Services in the provision of chemotherapy to patients within the trust. The manufacturing unit holds an MHRA Manufacturer’s “Specials” License for its activities.

We are looking for a qualified technician with a minimum of 2 years’ experience to join our small friendly team. You will have experience of aseptic compounding, production (Nonsterile), teamwork, staff supervision and work planning. You will also be expected to act as an expert witness for SMT (Science Manufacturing Technician) students.

Applicants should hold a valid BTEC,NVQ level 3 or SMT certificate and be registered with a relevant professional body

The department provides a stimulating, friendly and professionally rewarding environment for staff to further develop their technical expertise.

Our teams have worked hard to redesign our services and have utilised technology and information effectively to deliver a high-quality service for patients.

The role will require you to provide technical pharmacy support to the Pharmacy Production/Aseptic services and ensure that all products are appropriately, efficiently and cost effectively prepared within the unit, according to the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and that pharmaceutical guidelines relevant to aseptic dispensing (production) and departmental procedures are followed

To provide pharmaceutical advice to patients / carers / ward staff

To supervise the activity of Pharmacy Assistants, student production technicians and rotational Pharmacy Technicians.

To perform in-process checks for aseptically prepared/manufactured products and non-sterile products, after undertaking an accreditation program.

To participate in aseptic preparation of Cytotoxic, Biological medicinal products, and CIVAS.

To provide the final technical check for prepared Aseptic products. This includes checking of ingredients/starting components, worksheet, label, drug volumes and product integrity.

To support and participate in the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality Systems within the technical services department

To ensure maintenance of the pharmacy manufacturing unit facilities (including monitoring, calibration, validation and general maintenance) is carried out



With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

A flexible and professional approach is required. You must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal and be able to follow instructions and guidance. Able to work alone and as part of a team as well as ability to follow often complex operating procedures.

You should be able to work under pressure and maintain quality standards. Be effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be able to adapt to meet the needs of the department/service.

We provide opportunities for education and training and support continuing professional development.


This advert closes on Monday 12 Aug 2024

A flexible and professional approach is required. You must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal and be able to follow instructions and guidance. Able to work alone and as part of a team as well as ability to follow often complex operating procedures. You should be able to work under pressure and maintain quality standards. Be effective as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be able to adapt to meet the needs of the department/service. We provide opportunities for education and training and support continuing professional development.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic technician who wants to work in dispensary management.

The candidate needs to demonstrate strong leadership, personal and motivational skills. They need to be able to work as part of a team to continue to meet the high quality of patient care we strive to provide.

The Dispensary can be challenging but offers a warm friendly atmosphere making it enjoyable.

The hours for this post are:

Monday to Friday 8.45am – 5.15pm 60 minutes lunch) and you will be required to participate bank holiday and weekend rotas.

The post holder will work closely with the Dispensary Management team to ensure the smooth running of the Dispensary at Watford General Hospital.

The main duties are:

The day-to-day management of the dispensary

To assist with the development and implementation of dispensary services

To make clinical ward visits

To assist with the training and development of all staff what work in the dispensary

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!

Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained ‘teaching hospital’ status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

The purpose of this post is to:
• To supervise the day to day management of the dispensary, including the organisation of workload and supervision of staff
• To be involved with the development and implementation of pharmacy objectives relating to dispensary services
• To help facilitate smooth and timely supply of medicines for discharge, inpatients and outpatients
• To provide a safe, efficient and patient-focused pharmacy service to all users
• To dispense and check prescriptions efficiently and safety
• To ensure that services are provided according to all relevant and up to date procedures and standards
• To participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday rota based at Watford and work cross site when needed


This advert closes on Sunday 4 Aug 2024