Job summary
UHCW Pharmacy is undergoing significant transformation to prepare us to be a world class leader in healthcare. We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Pharmacy Team Manager Technician Aseptic Services (fixed term for maternity cover) to join us in achieving this goal.
The aseptic service at our hospital in Coventry is fortunate to possess a Quality Control laboratory with whom we work closely. Although cancer chemotherapy and clinical trial medication are our main aseptically dispensed products we plan to introduce the dispensing of parenteral nutrition in the near future. This is an exciting time for the aseptic service as there are many changes and opportunities on the horizon. The Trust is also part of a collaborative of hospitals seeking to rationalise and improve services across the local area. This is expected to bring additional benefits through closer working.
Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be encouraged to be innovative and forward looking and will work closely with the Aseptic Quality Assurance Team to maintain and improve our high standards. Our spacious aseptic facility benefits from seven pharmaceutical isolators and a friendly and hard-working team of technicians and ATO staff.
You will be a registered Pharmacy Technician with substantial hospital aseptic experience, expert GMP knowledge and possess skills in both team and project management.
- To lead and develop the pharmacy aseptic service provided to the Trust (and external organisations as required).
- To manage and lead the technicians and ATOs working within the pharmacy aseptic unit.
- To improve and maintain the aseptic service's Quality Management System (and maintain the standards required for the Specials Manufacturing Licence) working closely with the Accountable pharmacist and the Quality Control team.
For an informal discussion about the department, Trust or this role, please contact:
CerysSimmons, Lead Pharmacist - Technical Services, emailcerys.simmons@uhcw.nhs.uk or Stephen Almond - Associate Director of Pharmacy, Cancer, Technical Services and Clinical Trials,emailstephen.almond@uhcw.nhs.uk on 02476 964292
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Manage all technical activities of the Aseptic Unit, including stock control, receipt of prescription/orders, technical aspects of cytotoxic, monoclonal antibody, parenteral nutrition, aseptic manufacturing and dispensing, costing, delivery of prepared items, and allocation of staff within the Aseptic Unit.
- Actively work with nursing and medical teams to ensure timely supply of patient treatment as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ensure safe practice and risk management principles are adhered to within aseptic services and where necessary, work closely with Quality Control and the Accountable Pharmacist to achieve this.
- Ensure the quality and safety of medicines prepared in the Aseptic Unit, under the advice of the Authorised Pharmacist responsible at the time for aseptic services.
- Advise clinical staff on matters relating to aseptically dispensed items, including reference to patient records retained within the department, when required.
- Produce and maintain quality standards, records and procedures and be responsible for ensuring all documentation for the Aseptic Unit including Pharmacy SOPs and worksheets are maintained and updated appropriately.
- Participate in regular audits and external inspections of aseptic services by the MHRA and Regional Quality Assurance specialists.
- Ensure that the Aseptic Unit and all associated equipment is maintained in safe working order. Ensure that the appropriate cleaning, disinfection, monitoring and validation of equipment and clean room facility is maintained.
- Ensure operational plans for the pharmacy aseptic services e.g. rotas are arranged in advance by the Senior Technician Aseptic Services or delegate. To have oversight of potential problems, ensuring they are resolved appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Liaise with the Aseptic Services Accountable Pharmacist, ensuring all aspects of the pharmacy aseptic service are operating safely, monitoring capacity and responding to service needs appropriately.
- Ensure all staff working within Aseptic Services undertake and complete training to the required standard, with respect to aseptic procedures, safe systems of working and GMP. Ensure all operators undertake the necessary revalidations. Undertake regular reviews with the Senior Technician Aseptic Services to obtain performance and compliance reports, initiating action plans where necessary. This includes mandatory training compliance across the team.
- Support the Associate Director of Pharmacy Cancer, Technical Services and Clinical Trials with reviewing establishment and skill mix of the Aseptic Pharmacy workforce, proactively reviewing and reporting recommendations. Support and lead on relevant recruitment.
- Support the creation and maintenance of Aseptic Services KPIs, being responsible for the accountability of performance against these metrics.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Manage all technical activities of the Aseptic Unit, including stock control, receipt of prescription/orders, technical aspects of cytotoxic, monoclonal antibody, parenteral nutrition, aseptic manufacturing and dispensing, costing, delivery of prepared items, and allocation of staff within the Aseptic Unit.
- Actively work with nursing and medical teams to ensure timely supply of patient treatment as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ensure safe practice and risk management principles are adhered to within aseptic services and where necessary, work closely with Quality Control and the Accountable Pharmacist to achieve this.
- Ensure the quality and safety of medicines prepared in the Aseptic Unit, under the advice of the Authorised Pharmacist responsible at the time for aseptic services.
- Advise clinical staff on matters relating to aseptically dispensed items, including reference to patient records retained within the department, when required.
- Produce and maintain quality standards, records and procedures and be responsible for ensuring all documentation for the Aseptic Unit including Pharmacy SOPs and worksheets are maintained and updated appropriately.
- Participate in regular audits and external inspections of aseptic services by the MHRA and Regional Quality Assurance specialists.
- Ensure that the Aseptic Unit and all associated equipment is maintained in safe working order. Ensure that the appropriate cleaning, disinfection, monitoring and validation of equipment and clean room facility is maintained.
- Ensure operational plans for the pharmacy aseptic services e.g. rotas are arranged in advance by the Senior Technician Aseptic Services or delegate. To have oversight of potential problems, ensuring they are resolved appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Liaise with the Aseptic Services Accountable Pharmacist, ensuring all aspects of the pharmacy aseptic service are operating safely, monitoring capacity and responding to service needs appropriately.
- Ensure all staff working within Aseptic Services undertake and complete training to the required standard, with respect to aseptic procedures, safe systems of working and GMP. Ensure all operators undertake the necessary revalidations. Undertake regular reviews with the Senior Technician Aseptic Services to obtain performance and compliance reports, initiating action plans where necessary. This includes mandatory training compliance across the team.
- Support the Associate Director of Pharmacy Cancer, Technical Services and Clinical Trials with reviewing establishment and skill mix of the Aseptic Pharmacy workforce, proactively reviewing and reporting recommendations. Support and lead on relevant recruitment.
- Support the creation and maintenance of Aseptic Services KPIs, being responsible for the accountability of performance against these metrics.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
