Job summary
We are looking for an individual to join the Pharmacy based Aseptic Services team. We have a highly regarded Aseptic Production Unit (APU) at the Trust and moved into our brand new site in 2023. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of support activities to the aseptic production service.
Would you like to work in a Pharmacy aseptic environment?
Do you like working in a busy department?
Do you have an eye for detail?
Main duties of the job
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
o Parenteral Nutritiono Chemotherapyo Intravenous Additive Service
In accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
o Daily readings in both set up and clean room.o Weekly settle plates and swabs.o Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
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
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry out duties in following areas.
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
Parenteral Nutrition Chemotherapy Intravenous Additive ServiceIn accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
Daily readings in both set up and clean room. Weekly settle plates and swabs. Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
See Job Description for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will carry out duties in following areas.
To assist and provide support within the effective and efficient day to day operations of the aseptic service: -
Parenteral Nutrition Chemotherapy Intravenous Additive ServiceIn accordance with departmental safe systems of work.
Carry out Environmental procedures, to include: -
Daily readings in both set up and clean room. Weekly settle plates and swabs. Cleaning duties.
In a timely manner ensuring all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly.
Ensure that the aseptic process is carried out in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures following the principles of the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
See Job Description for further information.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in Healthcare Environment
- Experience of stock rotation
- Experience of working in stores and distribution
Knowledge
Desirable
- Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to change
- Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
- Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload
Desirable
- Standard keyboard/IT skills
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm for the position
- Interest in pharmacy service provision
- Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Proactive
- Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Willingness to learn
- Commitment to work
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas
Desirable
- Positive impact on morale
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent (such as functional skills)
- Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Skills or a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in Healthcare Environment
- Experience of stock rotation
- Experience of working in stores and distribution
Knowledge
Desirable
- Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations in relation to work
Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team
- Methodical with attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to change
- Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
- Able to prioritise tasks and manage own workload
Desirable
- Standard keyboard/IT skills
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm for the position
- Interest in pharmacy service provision
- Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Proactive
- Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker able to relate to all grades of staff
- Willingness to learn
- Commitment to work
- Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas
Desirable
- Positive impact on morale
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above (must include Maths and English) or equivalent (such as functional skills)
- Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy Skills or a Level 2 Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent
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.
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
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).
