This is a permanent senior post running the aseptic unit at HCA Healthcare UK's Private Care at Guy's site within London Bridge Hospital. The role covers day-to-day management of the unit and its staff, keeping chemotherapy production on time for the oncology service. It also covers setting up newly launched medicines, environmental monitoring, and line management and training of rotational technicians. Full-time weekday hours with late and Saturday rota shifts, plus GPhC registration and accredited checking status, are required.
What the job involves
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the aseptic unit and the staff working in it
- Ensure chemotherapy is made on time and to a high standard for the Oncology Service
- Support the set-up of new medicines for manufacturing
- Carry out environmental monitoring in line with QA and QC regulations
- Line manage rotational technicians and lead their training and development
- Work closely with pharmacists, technicians and assistants
What’s required
Qualifications
- BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmacy Service Skills or PTTP, or equivalent
- Accredited Checking Technician
Registration & licences
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a busy aseptic hospital unit, including managing workflow
What’s offered
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service, with the option to buy or sell leave
- Private healthcare insurance for treatment at HCA hospitals
- Private pension contribution that rises with length of service
- Group life assurance from day one and critical illness cover
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
- Corporate staff discounts and discounts with over 800 retailers
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Senior Pharmacy Technician - Aseptics in City of London employer: HCA Healthcare UK
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