Job overview
Are you seeking a new challenge? Do you want to work for one of the most research active NHS Trusts in the country and play an important role in improving the health and quality of life for patients?
The pharmacy clinical trials service at Barts Health has seen significant investment over the last few years and the evolving team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistants manage an ever expanding portfolio of clinical trials. We have an exciting opportunity for a pharmacy technician to join the team and develop skills within clinical research.
We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic person who has proven organisational and communication skills and exceptional attention to detail. You will be responsible for the setup and maintenance of trials being run at Barts Health, and ensure they are being managed according to the regulatory requirements for research.
This is a permanent position based at St Bartholomew’s Hospital.
The role is full time, Monday-Friday (with additional weekend and bank holiday commitments). Full training and development opportunities will be provided.
Main duties of the job
The principal objective of this role is to ensure the timely set up, effective maintenance and delivery of all clinical trials on site. The post holder will be expected to:
·Manage the efficient and smooth running of processes associated with clinical trials at the dedicated site
·Support the pharmacy clinical trials team to ensure all documentation including standard operating procedures are relevant, in date and according to GCP/GMP requirements
·Develop and maintain systems consistent with GCP and local requirements
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
“We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.”
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. •Level 3 Diploma in Principles and practice for pharmacy technicians or equivalent.
2. •Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
3. • Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification
Desirable criteria
4. •Specialist technical / Management modules or equivalent experience in Aseptic preparation
5. •Practice Supervisor, Train the trainer or equivalent qualification
6. •ILM Level 3 Leadership and Management qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
7. •Proven experience of good performance in previous posts.
8. •Previous significant experience of working in clinical trials
Desirable criteria
9. •Previous significant experience of working in clinical trials
10. •Previous experience of working in Aseptics
Knowledge
Essential criteria
11. •Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of GCP, GMP and QA and clinical trial legislation
12. •Understanding of GPhC Revalidation requirements
13. •Knowledge of medicines management systems at ward level
14. •Up to date knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmacy practice, e.g., controlled drugs, Health and Safety at Work
15. •Up to date knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmacy practice, e.g., controlled drugs, Health and Safety at Work
16. •Knowledge of drugs, side effects and where to find further information
17. •Knowledge of Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines requirements
18. •Understanding of the importance of adherence to SOPs and legislation
19. •Demonstrates a good understanding of patient safety initiatives
Desirable criteria
20. •Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic practices
21. •Understanding of development opportunities available to pharmacy technicians