Deputy Chief Technician Education and Training - Technical Services

Deputy Chief Technician Education and Training, Aseptic Services Band 6 - Sutton based. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated professional to join our aseptic team at the Sutton site of the Royal Marsden. You will be part of a team consisting of Pharmacists, Technicians and Assistants, who are always striving for excellence in all aspects of our work. We are working collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure we always deliver outstanding care to our patients. It is an exciting time to join the Aseptic Department. Our service is built around providing a high-quality service to our patients and staff of the Trust. The department works closely with the Institute of Cancer Research and the post-holder will be supporting the development of innovative new cancer medicines as these drugs enter early phase clinical trials. The Oak Cancer Centre (a new, state-of-the-art treatment and research facility) opened in June 2023 in Sutton which will speed up the translation of world-leading research into breakthroughs in treatment and care, transforming the lives of cancer patients at The Royal Marsden and beyond. The hospital introduced the EPIC digital health record system in March 2023 and are looking to become a truly paperless department early the next year a brand-new state of the art aseptic suite will be opening at the Sutton site to facilitate the growth of the aseptic service. Main duties of the job The Job Description outlines the roles of the Deputy Chief technician Education and Training, Aseptic Services. You will work closely with the Chief Technicians and Deputy Chief Technicians for production for the education and training of all Technician and ATO's at both sites. You will also aid in the day to day running of the Technical Services aseptic suite, providing a quality, GMP compliant service, supplying aseptically prepared medicines including clinical trials, in a timely manner to all service users. Please note this is a Sutton based post, but the role covers both the Sutton and Chelsea site. Therefore, there is an expectation of at least 1 day per week working at the Chelsea site., For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

• To be the lead technician for all aseptic training within the aseptic service team.
• To co-ordinate induction programmes for all non-rotational aseptic services staff and assist in induction programmes for other staff as required.
• To oversee the training, validation, and accreditation in technical processes of Pharmacists, Technicians and ATOs working within the aseptic suites ensuring staff are compliant with the accreditation and validation programme.
• To ensure that aseptic services standard operating procedures (SOPs) are adhered to, and production records and training documents are completed appropriately and in a timely manner.
• To provide regular training to all staff on relevant topics, either in response to change management or in response to practices observed.
• Oversee the competency assessment of staff working within the aseptic suite.
  
  Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent Technical Modules or equivalent experience.
• Practice supervisor / Educational supervisor / Train the Trainer or equivalent
Desirable Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent. Postgraduate qualification certificate / diploma / MSC) In Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Experience Essential
• Significant technical services experience in NHS licensed and / or unlicensed unit or equivalent pharmaceutical industry experience
• Significant experience of providing professional and technical support to an aseptic production service.
• Experience of organising a service on a day-to- day basis
• Experience of aseptically preparing cytotoxic chemotherapy
• Experience of training staff in all aspects of aseptic production services
• Knowledge of chemotherapy and safe handling requirements of cytotoxic drugs
• Knowledge of principles and practice of GMP and Quality Assurance in unlicensed NHS compounding unit
Desirable
• Experience of supervising others and providing feedback for development
• Procedure development and review
• Experience of implementing change
• Experience of recruitment
Skills Abilities / knowledge Essential
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and act as a role model.
• Effective interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with staff in clear English at all levels from a wide range of discipline.
• Good time management skills, organised and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines and prioritise for self and others
• Able to work effectively and accurately and follow written procedures under pressure.
• Quality-oriented; strives for continuous improvement.
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation and to motivate others.
• Ability to concentrate and work accurately for prolonged period of times with frequent and unpredictable interruptions.
• Computer literate - Ability to use Microsoft office applications , Word, excel and outlook
• Good leadership qualities : able to take responsibility and to delegate effectively.
• Ability to deliver staff training and to support the training and development of technical services staffAbility to gown into cleanrooms
Desirable
• Use of pharmacy computer systems and knowledge of EPIC
  
  The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer.
We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.