Job summary
An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our aseptic team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.
You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients.
It is an exciting time to join the Royal Marsden Hospital Aseptic Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The department works closely with the Institute of Cancer Research and the post-holder will be supporting the development of innovative new cancer medicines as these drugs enter early phase clinical trials. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) is opening in June 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond.
Over the next few years, we are planning to build a new aseptic facility on our Sutton site.
The hospital introduced the EPIC digital health record system in March 2023, and we are looking to use the full capabilities of this system to support the pharmacy aseptic service and become a truly paperless department.
Main duties of the job
The Job Description outlines the roles of the Senior Technician, Aseptic Services. You will work closely with the Deputy Chief Technicians in the day to day running of the Technical Services aseptic suite, providing a quality, GMP compliant service, supplying aseptically prepared medicines including clinical trials, in a timely manner to all service users.
You will act as a supervisor under the direction of the Deputy Chief Technician in the aseptic suite or its support areas and to line manage and act as a role model for junior members of staff.
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.
Benefits of joining the Royal Marsden:
- Working for The Royal Marsden gives access to some of the best staff benefits and discounts available in the NHS. We offer salary sacrifice schemes, including car lease and cycle lease. See attached Workplace Wellbeing and Rewards Guide for more details
- Comprehensive pension scheme
- On site Nursery (and local neighbouring Nursery)
- Flexible working
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
Click here to learn more about the team: vimeo.com/manage/videos/797020283/0a70c49a0b
Please get in contact if you are interested in an informal discussion about the role. We would also be delighted to show you around and answer any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!
Sarah Easton email: sarah.easton@rmh.mhs.uk or Jade Simkins email: jade.simkins@rmh.nhs.uk or phone: 0208 642 6011 ext. 1385
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Benefits of joining the Royal Marsden:
- Working for The Royal Marsden gives access to some of the best staff benefits and discounts available in the NHS. We offer salary sacrifice schemes, including car lease and cycle lease. See attached Workplace Wellbeing and Rewards Guide for more details
- Comprehensive pension scheme
- On site Nursery (and local neighbouring Nursery)
- Flexible working
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
Click here to learn more about the team: vimeo.com/manage/videos/797020283/0a70c49a0b
Please get in contact if you are interested in an informal discussion about the role. We would also be delighted to show you around and answer any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!
Sarah Easton email: sarah.easton@rmh.mhs.uk or Jade Simkins email: jade.simkins@rmh.nhs.uk or phone: 0208 642 6011 ext. 1385
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Have one or more of the following qualifications: o Educated to A level and/or degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent. o Science Manufacturing Technician Level 3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Technical Modules or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council
- Post qualification course on aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicines/GMP/QA or equivalent
- Practice supervisor / Educational supervisor / Train the Trainer or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification or working towards ACPT qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an aseptic unit in a hospital or Industry aseptic facility.
- Appropriate experience in aseptic compounding
- Experience in staff training in a hospital or Industry aseptic facility
- Good knowledge and understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Desirable
- Good knowledge and understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
- Understanding of GCP (Good Clinical Practice)
- Clinical Trial experience
- Working knowledge/experience of writing SOPs
- Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs and preparing cytotoxic chemotherapy
- Experience as a team leader or supervisor of staff members
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and act as a role model.
- Effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to communicate in clear English with staff members, members of the public and healthcare professionals
- Good time management, organised and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload for self and others.
- Able to work effectively and accurately and follow written procedures under pressure.
- Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
- Ability to be supportive and demonstrate selfmotivation and to motivate others.
- Calm under pressure and ability to concentrate and work accurately for prolonged period of times with frequent and unpredictable interruptions.
- Computer literate - Ability to use Microsoft office applications e.g. Word, excel and outlook
- Good leadership qualities: able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively and able to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to gown into cleanroom
Desirable
- Use of pharmacy computer systems and knowledge of EPIC
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Have one or more of the following qualifications: o Educated to A level and/or degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent. o Science Manufacturing Technician Level 3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Technical Modules or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council
- Post qualification course on aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicines/GMP/QA or equivalent
- Practice supervisor / Educational supervisor / Train the Trainer or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification or working towards ACPT qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an aseptic unit in a hospital or Industry aseptic facility.
- Appropriate experience in aseptic compounding
- Experience in staff training in a hospital or Industry aseptic facility
- Good knowledge and understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Desirable
- Good knowledge and understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
- Understanding of GCP (Good Clinical Practice)
- Clinical Trial experience
- Working knowledge/experience of writing SOPs
- Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs and preparing cytotoxic chemotherapy
- Experience as a team leader or supervisor of staff members
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and act as a role model.
- Effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to communicate in clear English with staff members, members of the public and healthcare professionals
- Good time management, organised and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload for self and others.
- Able to work effectively and accurately and follow written procedures under pressure.
- Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
- Ability to be supportive and demonstrate selfmotivation and to motivate others.
- Calm under pressure and ability to concentrate and work accurately for prolonged period of times with frequent and unpredictable interruptions.
- Computer literate - Ability to use Microsoft office applications e.g. Word, excel and outlook
- Good leadership qualities: able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively and able to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to gown into cleanroom
Desirable
- Use of pharmacy computer systems and knowledge of EPIC
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).
