Job summary
GOSH Technical Services department contributes greatly to the pharmacy department's vision to ensure safe, effective andrational use of medicines through the provision of high quality products and services.
Applications are invited from Pharmacists with a sound background & keen interest in Aseptic Manufacturing to join our dynamic and progressive Team. The post holder will be expected to participate in all services provided which include the Central Intravenous Additive (C.I.V.A.S), Chemotherapy Preparative and Parenteral Nutrition Services. This position also will require working closely with the Quality Assurance department for the maintenance of the Quality Management system.
This is an excellent opportunity to directly input and deliver on new projects within the Pharmacy department e.g. planning of the new aseptic unit, optimisation phase of the new Electronic Prescribing and manufacturing systems (EPIC), automation andto be a part ofthe Technical Services leadership team to mention but a few.
This post calls for good organizational & supervisory skills to meet changing clinical and pharmaceutical needs, plus keeping abreast of regulatory requirements and technology.
As the successful candidate, you will need to evidence demonstrable/substantial experience in an Aseptic manufacturing environment. You must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Main duties of the job
- To work closely with the Aseptic Service Managers (ASMs) and Unit Managers (UMs) in the managing the day-to-day workload of the manufacturing units within the unit's capacity plan
- To deputise for the Head of Pharmacy Manufacturing (HPM).
- To lead on the recruitment process for new members of staff where requested
- To act as a Releasing Officer (RO) for the release of aseptically manufactured products under a Manufacturers 'Specials' licence (MS).
- To lead or assist as designated in the management of deviations, changes or any remedial, corrective or preventative actions that may result from them
- To work collaboratively with the HPM and Clinical Trials Principal Pharmacist & Team, to co-ordinate the supply and preparation of IMPs within the aseptic facilities, ensuring compliance with current GCP guidelines and EU Clinical Trials Directives.
- To attend all appropriate meetings, keep ones self-informed, and communicate information
- To take responsibility for maintaining ones training portfolio and ensure that all validations and accreditations are complete and up to date for any duties that need to be performed.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002.
- Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
Desirable
- Currently undertaking post-graduate education e.g. clinical diploma, PTQA or having completed one of these.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- IT skills including email, accurate data entry
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working.
- Good communication and time management skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Experience of Clinical/ QA audits/Practice Research
Desirable
- Management and supervision of Staff
- Flexible about working hours, in the event of failure of Unit or Operating Equipment
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial previous experience of working in hospital manufacturing unit
- Working knowledge or understanding of principles and practices of aseptics / parenterals e.g. formulation, stability, legal issues and relevant policies
- Working knowledge of isolators and laminar air flow technology
- A factual and working knowledge of the materials and equipment necessary for the preparation of aseptically manufactured products within a clean room environment.
- To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts of Good Manufacturing Practice, Health and Safety, COSHH and National Standards.
- To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards
Desirable
- Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Person Specification
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- MPharm or equivalent or BPharm/BSc Hons for those qualified before 2002.
- Evidence portfolio to demonstrate mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice.
Desirable
- Currently undertaking post-graduate education e.g. clinical diploma, PTQA or having completed one of these.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- IT skills including email, accurate data entry
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Innovation - planned and implemented a new service or method of working.
- Good communication and time management skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Experience of Clinical/ QA audits/Practice Research
Desirable
- Management and supervision of Staff
- Flexible about working hours, in the event of failure of Unit or Operating Equipment
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial previous experience of working in hospital manufacturing unit
- Working knowledge or understanding of principles and practices of aseptics / parenterals e.g. formulation, stability, legal issues and relevant policies
- Working knowledge of isolators and laminar air flow technology
- A factual and working knowledge of the materials and equipment necessary for the preparation of aseptically manufactured products within a clean room environment.
- To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts of Good Manufacturing Practice, Health and Safety, COSHH and National Standards.
- To have knowledge of NHS, Local, Regional and National Standards
Desirable
- Training or coaching /Mentoring skills and Staff appraisal
GOSH Culture and Values
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
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
