Job summary
A once in a career opportunity to design, shape and staff the brand new St Thomas' Chemotherapy Aseptic Unit and be part of building something extraordinary for children. Our recruitment philosophy:
- Expertise first - "We want committed people, developing expertise within the teams"
- Co-creation- staff won't just work there, they'llshape how it works
- Paediatrics as a specialist step- not just another aseptic unit
- Career-defining experience - opportunities for service set-up, leadership, innovation
We are looking for enthusiastic Senior Assistant Technical Officer to undertake the aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicinal products including cytotoxic drugs within a production area following internal Standard Operating Procedures, and the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice and Quality Assurance.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant manufacture of a range of pharmaceuticals under section 10 exemption of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012.
- Ensuring excellent GMP practices are maintained at all times.
- Prioritising workload dependent on the patient's status, appointment time and order of chemotherapy and escalate any issues to the Senior Technician.
About us
At Evelina London, we have been passionate about providing the best possible care to children and their families for more than 150 years.
We can do this because of our 4,000 dedicated and compassionate staff spanning more than 30 specialist areas. No other children's hospital in the region offers that breadth and scale of expertise dedicated to children including the level 3 children's intensive care unit, diagnostics (such as MRI and CT scans), and specialist children's services (heart, kidney, gastroenterology, infectious diseases services, and many others) and that's why we are uniquely placed to deliver care to children with cancer who require the most complex treatment.
We have 50 specialist children's surgeons operating within 10 theatres, more children in research studies than any hospital in London, and our exceptional facilities mean our teams can extend pioneering research of new cancer therapies to children.
We believe we will provide the best care for children and young people with cancer and the highly skilled staff that support them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an overview general duties include the following, for full details refer to the JD provided.
- To undertake, after suitable training, the aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicinal products following unit SOPs in one of the aseptic production units.
- To ensure that all working practices meet the requirements of the Medicines Act as outlined in the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice, Standard Operating Procedures, Health and Safety at work act, COSSH and any other relevant legislation.
- To undertake monitoring of facilities and equipment.
- To assist in the maintenance and cleaning of the unit as required and help in maintaining the general tidiness of the unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an overview general duties include the following, for full details refer to the JD provided.
- To undertake, after suitable training, the aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicinal products following unit SOPs in one of the aseptic production units.
- To ensure that all working practices meet the requirements of the Medicines Act as outlined in the Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice, Standard Operating Procedures, Health and Safety at work act, COSSH and any other relevant legislation.
- To undertake monitoring of facilities and equipment.
- To assist in the maintenance and cleaning of the unit as required and help in maintaining the general tidiness of the unit.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GSCE English, Maths and Science Grade A to C or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 2 - optional units: relevant to pharmacy practice area or equivalent
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to work accurately to set procedures
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately and prioritise work load
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of GMP and QA in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated good manual dexterity to undertake fine and accurate manipulative work
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local procedures
- Previous experience of working in a NHS or commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing environment undertaking aseptic manufacture of medicines
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to communicate information effectively using clear written and spoken English
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative
- Demonstrated ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time
- Understanding of the importance of hygiene standards in the preparation of medicines
Availability
Essential
- Able to work late shifts, bank holidays and weekends
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GSCE English, Maths and Science Grade A to C or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 2 - optional units: relevant to pharmacy practice area or equivalent
Previous Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to work accurately to set procedures
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately and prioritise work load
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of GMP and QA in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated good manual dexterity to undertake fine and accurate manipulative work
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local procedures
- Previous experience of working in a NHS or commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing environment undertaking aseptic manufacture of medicines
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to communicate information effectively using clear written and spoken English
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative
- Demonstrated ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time
- Understanding of the importance of hygiene standards in the preparation of medicines
Availability
Essential
- Able to work late shifts, bank holidays and weekends
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
