Job summary
We are looking for an individual to join the Pharmacy based Aseptic Services team. We have a highly regarded Aseptic Production Unit (APU) at the Trust and moved into our brand new site in 2023. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of support activities to the aseptic production service.
Would you like to work in a Pharmacy aseptic environment?
Do you like working in a busy department?
Do you have an eye for detail?
Main duties of the job
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
o Parenteral Nutritiono Chemotherapyo Intravenous Additive Service
In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
o Daily readings in both set up and clean room.o Weekly settle plates and swabs.o Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry out duties in following areas.
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
Parenteral Nutrition Chemotherapy Intravenous Additive Service
In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
Daily readings in both set up and clean room. Weekly settle plates and swabs. Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
See Job Description for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry out duties in following areas.
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
Parenteral Nutrition Chemotherapy Intravenous Additive Service
In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
Daily readings in both set up and clean room. Weekly settle plates and swabs. Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
See Job Description for further information.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in Healthcare Environment
- Experience of stock rotation
- Experience of working in stores and distribution
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm for the position
- Interest in pharmacy service provision
- Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Proactive
- Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Willingness to learn
- Commitment to work
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend evening and bank holiday rotas
Desirable
- Positive impact on morale
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent (such as functional skills)
- Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Skills or a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team
- Ability to adapt to change
- Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
- Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload
Desirable
- Standard keyboard/IT skills
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in Healthcare Environment
- Experience of stock rotation
- Experience of working in stores and distribution
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm for the position
- Interest in pharmacy service provision
- Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Proactive
- Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Willingness to learn
- Commitment to work
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend evening and bank holiday rotas
Desirable
- Positive impact on morale
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent (such as functional skills)
- Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Skills or a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team
- Ability to adapt to change
- Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
- Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload
Desirable
- Standard keyboard/IT 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.
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).
