Job Description

Aseptic and QA Pharmacist Band 7 or (Band 6 to 7 Progression)

Sutton Based (Expected to cover cross site if needed)



A unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, dynamic pharmacist to join the pharmacy aseptic team at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.



We are not specifically seeking any prior experience for this role although it is desirable, we can support training. However, you will need to demonstrate your ability to be able to work efficiently as a releasing pharmacist within a busy production unit and be able to support on quality assurance.



This is an incredible opportunity to be joining the team due to various exciting upcoming projects.



1) A business case of building a new state-of-the-art Aseptic Suite has been approved recently. Works on the build have commenced and as a QA professional there will be lots of opportunities involving in its validation and set up.

2) The trust has implemented EPIC systems which can go paperless in terms of production. i.e. no paper worksheets, using validated computer/portable screen devices in the clean rooms and isolators.

3) Implementation of a new mini microbiology lab/ team to carry out in house QC testing.

It has two hospitals:

one in Chelsea, London and the other in Sutton, Surrey. The Royal Marsden, in association with its partner, The Institute of Cancer Research, has an unrivalled worldwide reputation for patient care, research and education.



To join the Aseptic/QA services team at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust liaising closely with other pharmacy team members and Hospital staff.



1.1. The post holder will assist and work closely with the objectives of the senior managers across aseptic services.



1.2. To develop a good understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) matters including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Quality Control (QC) and in turn contribute to the development of other staff to ensure the pharmacy provides aseptically prepared medicines, fit for their intended use, at the right time.



1.3. To support the safe delivery to meet the demands of an unlicensed section 10 aseptic service for RMH.



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.



For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed and Person Specification.



Aseptic Services



a) To assist the Aseptic Services Management team in the day-to-day management and provision of the cytotoxic reconstitution and aseptic services (including gene therapy) across sites.



b) Ensure appropriate working conditions are adhered too and that the relevant principles of Good Manufacturing and Dispensing Practice, and those of the Health and Safety at Work Act are applied at all times.



c) Ensure all professional aspects of technical services are incorporated into the chemotherapy and aseptic services procedure manuals and other aseptic services documentation.



d) Ensure that aseptic services policies and procedures are adhered to, and production records and training documents are completed appropriately.



e) To assist the Aseptic Services Management team in the delivery of local projects to optimise service provision and improve patient experience.