At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safe medicine manufacture and maintain quality systems for patient safety.
- Company: Join the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust's innovative Pharmacy team.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, focus on staff wellbeing, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting developments in healthcare with a new hospital and advanced digital services.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient care while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of GMP and experience in quality assurance.
The predicted salary is between 38141 - 46617 £ per year.
Join our Pharmacy Technical and Cancer Services Team and play a key role in ensuring the safe manufacture of medicines for patients across West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
We are looking for a motivated and quality focused Quality Assurance Specialist with a strong understanding of GMP to support the maintenance of our quality systems, MHRA Manufacturer's Specials (MS) Licence, and regulatory compliance.
Working closely with the Head of Quality and Quality Systems Manager, you will contribute to the development of high-quality Quality Assurance service through document control, equipment and facility compliance, drug recall coordination, and the continuous improvement of our Quality Management System, helping to maintain the highest standards of product quality and patient safety.
This is a full-time, permanent position. Full details will be discussed at interview.
You will support the day-to-day operation of Quality Assurance, working collaboratively with the Pharmacy Technical Services team to ensure compliance with GMP and MHRA requirements. Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and approving GMP documentation
- Coordinating equipment maintenance and calibration programmes
- Supporting manufacturing and quality investigations
- Managing drug recalls and safety alerts
- Maintaining quality records
- Contributing to the continual improvement of the Quality Management System
You will also provide expert quality advice to pharmacy staff, support regulatory inspections and audits, and help drive the ongoing development of safe, effective and patient-centred Pharmacy Technical Services.
You will work closely with Pharmacy Technical Services, Quality Control, multidisciplinary teams and external contractors to deliver an innovative, high-quality service. You will also contribute to education, training and service improvement initiatives while supporting the strategic development of the service.
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work-life balance.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.
This is a full-time permanent role, based at Watford General Hospital. Core working days are Monday to Friday, typically between 08:00 am and 16:30 pm, with participation on weekends, if required, in accordance with departmental requirements.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
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