Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for a position as an Advanced Assistant Technical Officer / Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) in Aseptic Manufacturing at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, in a new clean room facility. This opportunity provides the post holder with an opportunity to learn new skills, take on challenges and work with brand new manufacturing equipment. The postholder will be welcomed into a team who share a passion to developing high quality, safe & efficacious medicines that are vital for patient care. Annex 21 Terms and Conditions will be considered. Main duties of the job To work as part of the pharmacy Aseptic Services team facilitating the comprehensive and efficient preparation, supply and delivery of aseptically manufactured products. Including Parenteral Nutrition (PN), Centralised Intravenous Additive Services (CIVAS), Cytotoxic agents and Clinical Trial Investigational Medicinal Products. To participate in the delivery and training of staff and assist with the delivery and maintenance of the quality assurance program. About us Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust. The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience. The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond. To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf Follow us on Social Media: Facebook - Liverpool University Hospitals Careers Instagram - LUHFTcareers Twitter - LUHFTcareers Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 287-DSS-478-24 Job locations Royal Liverpool University Hospitals Prescot Street Liverpool L7 8XP Job description Job responsibilities Provide support throughout aseptic unit, in carrying out tasks associated with set up, labelling and packaging of aseptically prepared products in a timely manner. Carry out environmental monitoring tasks, in accordance with departmental procedures and safe systems of work. Ensure safe use of equipment and ensure staff use equipment in accordance with instructions and SOP's. To carry out aseptic preparation including parenteral nutrition, CIVA, cytotoxic drugs, gene therapy and monoclonal antibodies from point of prescription receipt. To be aware and follow all departmental operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance at all times. To communicate effectively with healthcare professionals both within and outside the Trust. To ensure good team working with other pharmacy staff, ward staff and other service providers as necessary. To train junior members of staff in core areas as deemed appropriate by the Senior Technical Team. To be aware of and participate, where required, in departmental audits. To be a professional role model for Assistant Technical Officers and Senior Assistant Technical Officer. See job description for more details. Job description Job responsibilities Provide support throughout aseptic unit, in carrying out tasks associated with set up, labelling and packaging of aseptically prepared products in a timely manner. Carry out environmental monitoring tasks, in accordance with departmental procedures and safe systems of work. Ensure safe use of equipment and ensure staff use equipment in accordance with instructions and SOP's. To carry out aseptic preparation including parenteral nutrition, CIVA, cytotoxic drugs, gene therapy and monoclonal antibodies from point of prescription receipt. To be aware and follow all departmental operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance at all times. To communicate effectively with healthcare professionals both within and outside the Trust. To ensure good team working with other pharmacy staff, ward staff and other service providers as necessary. To train junior members of staff in core areas as deemed appropriate by the Senior Technical Team. To be aware of and participate, where required, in departmental audits. To be a professional role model for Assistant Technical Officers and Senior Assistant Technical Officer. 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Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent Desirable NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent member of the GPhC, Science Council or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable GMP pharmacy / QC laboratory practical work experience and / or Substantial experience in an industrial / pharmaceutical setting Experience of working in a team Preparation of Aseptic products Desirable Experience of using automated equipment Skills Essential Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills Ability to use different IT applications Ability to work in a busy environment to meet deadlines and pay attention to detail Ability to work alone or part of a team A range of aseptic preparation and manipulation skills Ability to adapt to change Ability to show initiative and work efficiently Ability to supervise and prioritise tasks and team workflow Ability to set routines and implement new working procedures Ability to train others Ability to respond to non routine queries and escalate when required Knowledge Essential Knowledge and application of Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance systems, GMP and GDP Knowledge of COSHH Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations Desirable Knowledge of clinical trials and hospital aseptic services. Able to relate to all grades of staff within a multidisciplinary team Other Essential Enthusiasm for position Use own initiative and shows attention to detail Proactive Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker, able to relate to all staff grades Willingness to learn Commitment to work Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service Self motivated and ability to motivate others Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent Desirable NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent member of the GPhC, Science Council or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable GMP pharmacy / QC laboratory practical work experience and / or Substantial experience in an industrial / pharmaceutical setting Experience of working in a team Preparation of Aseptic products Desirable Experience of using automated equipment Skills Essential Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills Ability to use different IT applications Ability to work in a busy environment to meet deadlines and pay attention to detail Ability to work alone or part of a team A range of aseptic preparation and manipulation skills Ability to adapt to change Ability to show initiative and work efficiently Ability to supervise and prioritise tasks and team workflow Ability to set routines and implement new working procedures Ability to train others Ability to respond to non routine queries and escalate when required Knowledge Essential Knowledge and application of Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance systems, GMP and GDP Knowledge of COSHH Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations Desirable Knowledge of clinical trials and hospital aseptic services. Able to relate to all grades of staff within a multidisciplinary team Other Essential Enthusiasm for position Use own initiative and shows attention to detail Proactive Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker, able to relate to all staff grades Willingness to learn Commitment to work Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service Self motivated and ability to motivate others Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Liverpool University Hospitals Prescot Street Liverpool L7 8XP Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)