Job Summary
We are excited to seek a Specialist Technical Officer to join our Pharmacy Aseptic Services team at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. If you are enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic we want to hear from you! This role focuses on technical duties for the preparation of manufactured injectable pharmaceuticals within the pharmacy aseptic unit, supporting our growing portfolio of clinical trial studies. The Trust is a designated 'pathfinder' site and will soon move to a purpose‑built off‑site aseptic facility, significantly expanding capacity.
Location
Derriford Hospital, Pharmacy Dept, Level 5, Plymouth, PL6 8DH
Contract & Salary
Permanent, Full‑time, Band 4, £27,485 – £30,162 per annum (Agenda for Change)
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and prioritise cancer chemotherapy and other medicines for injection using aseptic technique in laminar airflow cabinets or isolator technology, performing all necessary in‑process checks.
* Work independently and supervise the preparation of aseptically prepared injectable medicines; complete cleanroom supervision as per pharmacy technical services accreditation.
* Prepare cancer chemotherapy for intrathecal use according to Department of Health guidelines and local Trust policy.
* Perform initial checks of cytotoxic and non‑cytotoxic injectables, completing in‑house competency assessments and accredited pre‑process checking.
* Follow all standard operating procedures to ensure products are made safely and efficiently under Good Manufacturing Practice Guidelines.
* Complete environmental monitoring or operator validation tests and assist in planning new and ongoing validations.
* Support the clinical trials team by facilitating the set‑up, maintenance, preparation and delivery of investigational medicinal products for phase 1 to phase 4 studies.
Person Specification – Essential
* Good working knowledge of current legislation, Department of Health guidelines and MHRA regulations concerning aseptic preparation and manufacture.
* Previous demonstrable experience in aseptic preparation.
* Practical experience of isolator technology and laminar flow cabinets.
* Understanding of COSHH and basic knowledge of GMP and GLP.
* NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services aseptic elements (or equivalent).
* In‑house competency assessments in specialist work for assembly, preparation of documentation and of all products.
* Good written and verbal communication skills; training skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Mathematical ability and effective time‑management skills.
* Ability to supervise other staff and to work within a busy environment.
* Willingness to adapt to change and to cooperate with colleagues.
* Commitment to participate in the on‑call emergency duty rota and ability to work late nights or on bank holidays if required.
Person Specification – Desirable
* Knowledge of analytical techniques and equipment.
* Attendance at Leeds aseptic preparation and dispensing of medicines course (or equivalent).
* Proven knowledge of Microsoft programmes (Word, Excel).
* In‑house or Southwest accreditations for pre‑ and in‑process checking.
* Ability to motivate others.
Other Information
* Preference given to internal Trust staff, NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon and to those with recent relevant experience.
* Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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