Job summary
The successful candidate will assist in the aseptic production of clinical trial anti-cancer treatment, Early Access to Medicine and Compassionate Schemes and gene therapy injectable medicines. If you have an interest in the safe manufacture of injectable medicines, then this could be the role for you.The Aseptic Services Unit at the Christie NHS Trust is a world leader in the production of phase one clinical trial materials and has an extensive portfolio of products for specialist preparation. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of concentration and the willingness to develop the ability to manipulate syringes and needles to withdraw liquid media and to be able to accurately read volumes on syringes.All work is carried out in a clean room environment under the supervision of an accountable pharmacist and a highly trained technical team
Main duties of the job
o Preparation of worksheets and labels for aseptically prepared productso Setting up work trays for aseptically prepared productso Sanitisation and transfer of all materials required for productiono Aseptic preparation of injectable materialso In process checkso General house keepingo Telephone querieso Involvement in all aspects of the Aseptic Process
About us
We are an ever-expanding, multi-disciplinary team who strive to produce exceptionally high-quality injectable medicines for each patient that uses our service.
The Aseptic team is a diverse and dynamic collective who work in a specialised cleanroom environment where teamwork is the key to efficiency and managing the patient experience. Each day is both challenging and rewarding in equal measures, with cancer treatments constantly evolving and new types of drugs being trialled each year.
We are at the forefront of developments in terms of drug innovation and team development as we were one of the first Hospitals in the country to introduce the progressive role of Aseptic Practitioner to the Aseptic workforce and we are looking forward to adding the Science Manufacturing Technician qualification to our large portfolio of training and staff qualifications here at The Christie Hospital.
The Pharmacy department has a developed career pathway for Technical staff wishing to progress as far as achievable. Helping support all qualifications and in-house training that allow for this progression should you wish to further your career within the Pharmacy Aseptic team.
So, if you want to work as part of an ever-progressing team and you enjoy a challenge then we could be the team for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To aseptically prepare high quality cytotoxic/MABS/EAMS etc. in accordancewith departmental procedures, Good Manufacturing Practice and COSHHregulations ensuring that all work complies with all regulatory frameworks andstandards.
Undertake daily cleaning and disinfection of the aseptic clean rooms including Isolators, according to Standard Operating Procedures.
To ensure ingredients and disposables are assembled, disinfected andtransferred through the Aseptic Services Unit appropriately.
To carry out in-process checks of aseptically prepared products uponcompletion of appropriate training.
Participate in the safe preparation and delivery of Intrathecal chemotherapy in accordance with Trust policy upon completion of departmental training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To aseptically prepare high quality cytotoxic/MABS/EAMS etc. in accordancewith departmental procedures, Good Manufacturing Practice and COSHHregulations ensuring that all work complies with all regulatory frameworks andstandards.
Undertake daily cleaning and disinfection of the aseptic clean rooms including Isolators, according to Standard Operating Procedures.
To ensure ingredients and disposables are assembled, disinfected andtransferred through the Aseptic Services Unit appropriately.
To carry out in-process checks of aseptically prepared products uponcompletion of appropriate training.
Participate in the safe preparation and delivery of Intrathecal chemotherapy in accordance with Trust policy upon completion of departmental training.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English grade C or above
Desirable
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- NVQ level 2 pharmacy services
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Pharmacy experience in either a hospital or community setting
Desirable
- Experience of working within a clean room setting
SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Lone and team working skills
- Accurate and logical approach to work
- Flexible to changing situations
- Motivated and flexible/open to change
- Ability to undertake manual tasks eg: mopping floors, walls, ceilings and to clean within an isolator
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Knowledge of GMP
Desirable
VALUES
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
OTHER
Essential
- Makeup, nail polish and false nails are prohibited within the aseptic department
- Rotation shift patterns applied between 7am and 5pm, to cover full service
- Weekend and bank holiday on call rota to be covered by all staff
- Excellent time management
- Ability to stay beyond shift should the workload require
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English grade C or above
Desirable
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- NVQ level 2 pharmacy services
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Pharmacy experience in either a hospital or community setting
Desirable
- Experience of working within a clean room setting
SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Lone and team working skills
- Accurate and logical approach to work
- Flexible to changing situations
- Motivated and flexible/open to change
- Ability to undertake manual tasks eg: mopping floors, walls, ceilings and to clean within an isolator
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Knowledge of GMP
Desirable
VALUES
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
OTHER
Essential
- Makeup, nail polish and false nails are prohibited within the aseptic department
- Rotation shift patterns applied between 7am and 5pm, to cover full service
- Weekend and bank holiday on call rota to be covered by all staff
- Excellent time management
- Ability to stay beyond shift should the workload require
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.
