Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Band 5 Radiopharmacy Technician to join the team at the Sutton site of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. These newly created posts support the ex-pansion of our services and offers a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic individual to develop their skills in aseptic production.You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of technicians and radiopharmaceutical scientists, receiving hands-on training and support. The role requires working to extremely high standards of accuracy within strict time constraints, with the ability to problem-solve effectively when challenges arise.About the DepartmentThe Radiopharmacy holds both MS and MIA(IMP) licences and provides a comprehensive range of radiopharmaceutical services to both internal departments and external hospitals. Our services include:o Manufacturing, dispensing, and quality control of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticalso In Vitro laboratory serviceso Clinical trialso Quality AssuranceThe team consists of 20 dedicated staff members who work collaboratively to ensure the seamless delivery of clinical services.Take a virtual tour and meet our friendly, diverse team by watching our video:https://vimeo.com/696048028
Main duties of the job
1.1. To provide a comprehensive clinical Radiopharmacy service to the Trust and external purchasers.1.2. To participate in a range of activities associated with routine work of the Radiopharmacy, including the preparation of radioactive medicinal products and performance of selected in vitro laboratory test.1.3. To demonstrate an extremely high standard of accuracy and safety.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
- On a rotational basis, to undertake the routine aseptic production of both diagnostic and therapeutic radioactive medicinal products for clinical use, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures.
- On a rotational basis, to perform a range of in vitro laboratory tests using unsealed sources of radioactivity, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures.
- On a rotational basis, to perform pharmacokinetics studies as required by clinical trials.
- To calculate results from such tests and enter the confirmed results on to the Hospital Information System. Responsibility for checking results lies with senior staff in the Radiopharmacy.
- To maintain suitable levels of both stock and non-stock items in the Radiopharmacy, as defined in Standard Operating Procedures.
- To dispose of radioactive waste in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- To act as a Radiopharmacy Operator, as defined in the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000.
- To comply with the requirements for Good Manufacturing Practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
- On a rotational basis, to undertake the routine aseptic production of both diagnostic and therapeutic radioactive medicinal products for clinical use, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures.
- On a rotational basis, to perform a range of in vitro laboratory tests using unsealed sources of radioactivity, operating within the terms of Standard Operating Procedures.
- On a rotational basis, to perform pharmacokinetics studies as required by clinical trials.
- To calculate results from such tests and enter the confirmed results on to the Hospital Information System. Responsibility for checking results lies with senior staff in the Radiopharmacy.
- To maintain suitable levels of both stock and non-stock items in the Radiopharmacy, as defined in Standard Operating Procedures.
- To dispose of radioactive waste in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- To act as a Radiopharmacy Operator, as defined in the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000.
- To comply with the requirements for Good Manufacturing Practice.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- First degree/ Foundation degree in a relevant discipline or EQUIVALENT education and training
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma in Radiopharmacy or equivalent knowledge & expertise in the field
- Registration with GPhC
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 year experience at Band 4 or equivalent in radiopharmacy or aseptic setting
- Experience of aseptic manufacturing techniques for sterile medicinal products
- Experience of working to Good Manufacturing Practice standards
Desirable
- Experience of aseptic manufacturing operations for preparation of radiopharmaceuticals
- Experience of handling radioactive materials
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Good written / oral communication skills
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- First degree/ Foundation degree in a relevant discipline or EQUIVALENT education and training
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma in Radiopharmacy or equivalent knowledge & expertise in the field
- Registration with GPhC
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 year experience at Band 4 or equivalent in radiopharmacy or aseptic setting
- Experience of aseptic manufacturing techniques for sterile medicinal products
- Experience of working to Good Manufacturing Practice standards
Desirable
- Experience of aseptic manufacturing operations for preparation of radiopharmaceuticals
- Experience of handling radioactive materials
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Good written / oral communication skills
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
