Senior Aseptic Technician

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• Support the maintenance and development of the highest standards of patient-focused care in the provision of aseptic services to all patients at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden.
• Participate in the education and training of pharmacists, technicians & assistants in aseptic services
• Line manage and appraise junior members of the team and support the training and development of Pharmacy Technicians, Aseptic Services Technicians and Assistants working within the aseptic unit
• Support the effective use of resources, including medicines, within the aseptic unit to minimise wastage.
• Plan and prioritise workload and supervise staff and processes in aseptic unit and support areas.
• Participate in the education and training of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Aseptic Services Technicians and Assistants Officers relevant to new products or processes (Commercial and Clinical Trial)
• Participate in the induction, education and training of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Aseptic Services Technicians and Assistants Officers new to the aseptic unit.

• Educated to A level and/or degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent.
• Science Manufacturing Technician Level 3, BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Technical Modules or equivalent experience.

• 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 of working in an aseptic unit in a hospital or industry aseptic facility minimum 2 years.
• Experience as a team leader or supervisor of staff members.
• Appropriate experience in aseptic compounding.
• Experience in staff training in a hospital or industry aseptic facility.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Validation, accreditation & training records.
• Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs and preparing cytotoxic chemotherapy.

• Knowledge of principles and practice of Quality Assurance (QA) in an unlicensed unit.
• Clinical trial experience and understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Working knowledge/experience of writing SOPs.
• Experience of being a line manager, setting SMART objectives.

• 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 organisation 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 self-motivation 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 and deal with queries from health care professionals.
• Ability to gown into cleanroom.

• Use of pharmacy computer systems and knowledge of EPIC.

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

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