Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated, and ambitious candidate who is looking to build a career in aseptic manufacturing, to join our busy aseptic services manufacturingteam at Barts Health NHS Trust. The post holder must be keen to learn and develop with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will undertake a wide variety of roles within the unit including, but not limited to aseptic preparation, stock management, training and in-process checking. The post holder will be based at the Royal London Hospital supporting our well established, dedicated aseptic services manufacturing unit.
Main duties of the job
At Barts Health we take pride in developing our staff to progress. Within the Pharmacy department we offer several opportunities to do this. You will participate in training initiatives to meet bothindividual and departmental goals. Once fully trained within the aseptic area, you will be enrolled onto the Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Level 3 course. Upon successful completion of theSMT Level 3 course individuals are eligible to be registered as a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech). This also allows you to be eligible to apply for one of our Band 4 roles when available.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants must have GCSE, Maths, English and Science Grades 4-7. Previous experience of working in an aseptic production unit is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Accuracyand efficiency are essential. Attention to detail, adaptability and being a team player are a must.
If you are interested in working at one of the largest Trusts in UK, dedicated to providing outstanding patient care and would like any further details, please contact Surinder Venkanahs.venkanah@nhs.net) (0203 246 0393
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
**We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date, once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful**
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants must have GCSE, Maths, English and Science Grades 4-7. Previous experience of working in an aseptic production unit is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Accuracyand efficiency are essential. Attention to detail, adaptability and being a team player are a must.
If you are interested in working at one of the largest Trusts in UK, dedicated to providing outstanding patient care and would like any further details, please contact Surinder Venkanahs.venkanah@nhs.net) (0203 246 0393
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
**We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date, once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful**
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs, Math, English, Science Grades A-C or 4-9
- Literate and Numerate.
Desirable
- BTEC NVQ Level 2 for support staff
- Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Level 3
Experience
Essential
- Understanding the importance and adheres to SOPs and legislation, identifying and suggesting areas for change.
- Demonstration of training for other members of staff.
- Demonstration of managing your own work in a methodical manner.
- Experience of working in a busy environment.
- Experience of working within a pharmacy or lab setting.
Desirable
- Prior Experience in preparation of Aseptic manufacturing.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrative understanding of GMP.
- Demonstrated knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety at work.
Desirable
- QA & Quality Systems within Aseptic preparation / manufacture practices.
Skills
Essential
- Good aseptic technique and clean room behaviour.
- Good ability to use own initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- IT literate and able to use Microsoft office
- . Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Organisation and prioritisation of workload
- Ability to solve problems.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Time management skills
- Methodical attention to detail
- Good numeracy skills. Able to perform pharmaceutical calculations.
- Demonstrates the ability to complete documentation accurately with exact attention to detail.
- Able to accurately follow written procedures under pressure.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow all procedures and policies accurately.
- undertakes the preparation of medicines involving repetitive manual dexterity and concentration.
- Can sit or stand in a restricted position for periods of time.
- Can handle hazardous materials safely according to local procedures.
- Can follow local manual handling procedures.
- Able to work under pressure and to a deadline.
- Ability to deal with non-routine activities.
- Ability to recognise professional and personal limitations, referring to appropriate person when necessary.
- Demonstrative ability to coach staff
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of person-centred care and is committed to ensuring patient needs are met through flexible service delivery.
- oDemonstrates a professional attitude.
- oEnthusiastic and motivated even with tasks of a routine nature
- oDemonstrates a good level of personal hygiene to comply with GMP.
- oDemonstrated knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety at work
- oDemonstrable ability to meet Trust Values. oGood time keeping and attendance.
- oRequired to wear specialised clean room clothing and safety equipment.
- oDemonstrates professional attitude.
- oAwareness of needs of confidentiality. oGood general health.
- .oReliable/responsible.
- oDBS: Standard check required as not in a patient facing role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs, Math, English, Science Grades A-C or 4-9
- Literate and Numerate.
Desirable
- BTEC NVQ Level 2 for support staff
- Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Level 3
Experience
Essential
- Understanding the importance and adheres to SOPs and legislation, identifying and suggesting areas for change.
- Demonstration of training for other members of staff.
- Demonstration of managing your own work in a methodical manner.
- Experience of working in a busy environment.
- Experience of working within a pharmacy or lab setting.
Desirable
- Prior Experience in preparation of Aseptic manufacturing.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrative understanding of GMP.
- Demonstrated knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety at work.
Desirable
- QA & Quality Systems within Aseptic preparation / manufacture practices.
Skills
Essential
- Good aseptic technique and clean room behaviour.
- Good ability to use own initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- IT literate and able to use Microsoft office
- . Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Organisation and prioritisation of workload
- Ability to solve problems.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Time management skills
- Methodical attention to detail
- Good numeracy skills. Able to perform pharmaceutical calculations.
- Demonstrates the ability to complete documentation accurately with exact attention to detail.
- Able to accurately follow written procedures under pressure.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow all procedures and policies accurately.
- undertakes the preparation of medicines involving repetitive manual dexterity and concentration.
- Can sit or stand in a restricted position for periods of time.
- Can handle hazardous materials safely according to local procedures.
- Can follow local manual handling procedures.
- Able to work under pressure and to a deadline.
- Ability to deal with non-routine activities.
- Ability to recognise professional and personal limitations, referring to appropriate person when necessary.
- Demonstrative ability to coach staff
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of person-centred care and is committed to ensuring patient needs are met through flexible service delivery.
- oDemonstrates a professional attitude.
- oEnthusiastic and motivated even with tasks of a routine nature
- oDemonstrates a good level of personal hygiene to comply with GMP.
- oDemonstrated knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety at work
- oDemonstrable ability to meet Trust Values. oGood time keeping and attendance.
- oRequired to wear specialised clean room clothing and safety equipment.
- oDemonstrates professional attitude.
- oAwareness of needs of confidentiality. oGood general health.
- .oReliable/responsible.
- oDBS: Standard check required as not in a patient facing role.
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).
