The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking Pharmacist to join our dedicated Production Team within Newcastle Specials which continues to grow and build on its success. Based at our £10m Pharmacy Production Unit at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, you will provide professional support to unlicensed and licensed production activities. No previous experience required. Newly qualified and part-time applicants considered. Interview Date: 17 February 2025 37 hours 30 minutes/week You must be a Professionally Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council Main Duties of the Job
You will be able to demonstrate an interest in aseptic manufacturing and technical services and may bring previous experience upon which to build, although the most important factor is a desire to learn and develop. Upon entry to the Department, the post holder will begin at a range and salary level in line with their current knowledge and experience, and will be supported to progress from PPU Range 6 to PPU Range 7 dependent on achieving a number of key learning objectives, as follows, which must be achieved within 2 years of appointment: Signed off to perform technical/professional checks in at least 4 out of 5 production zones and have spent sufficient time in these areas to be able to oversee the unit unaided. Able to provide evidence instances where they intervened in a situation to improve safety or compliance with GMP, or assisted the section lead in dealing with a difficult situation. Be able to demonstrate ability to train and support new staff (Evidence of acting as a mentor to Student Tech/pre-reg or similar). Delivered a training presentation to a range of staff grades on an aspect of GMP. Completed training in functional aspects of the PQS to include Change control, Adverse event reporting, Microbiological non-conformance and be competent in signing off reports (AER to level of minor classification). Evidence of either implementing or having a key supporting role in implementation of a service improvement project. Job Responsibilities
You will be given the opportunity to develop your production knowledge of our diverse product range, meeting exacting quality standards, fulfilling the expanding needs of our internal and external customer base. Our unit provides products to a range of regional specialties, including cancer services, paediatrics, dermatology, and ophthalmology. We continue to support research through increasing demand for preparation/manufacture of investigational medicinal products. You will consolidate your experience across aseptic manufacture/dispensing, through terminal sterilisation and non-sterile production areas, gaining a robust background in gassing isolator technology and automated compounding and filling systems. Additionally, you will assist in product development and rationalisation to meet national strategies to provide safer medicines for NHS patients. Good organisational and communication skills with an eye for detail will be essential. The post holder will be based principally at the RVI but will also work at the Freeman site to meet requirements of the role. Newcastle Specials operates outside of standard NHS Agenda for Change pay scales and as a result, staff will have the opportunity to benefit from annual salary progression, accelerated progression through the pay band, and a bonus (Dependent on performance and annual appraisal). Person Specification
Range 6
Theoretical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (Rules & Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors) and section 10 exemption. Working knowledge of isolator and/or laminar flow technology. Aseptic and/or Non-sterile preparation of injectable products/pharmaceuticals. Competency in using pharmacy computer systems. Registered Pharmacist (GPhC). Degree in Pharmacy. Practical experience in the preparation of parenteral nutrition, intravenous additives, Homecare or similar. Clinical Pharmacy experience in paediatrics and/or adult medicine. Range 7
Practical and theoretical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (Rules & Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors) and section 10 exemption. Experience as pharmacist working within licensed production and/or unlicensed preparation unit within a hospital or commercial setting. Registered Pharmacist (MPharm degree + post graduate preregistration training). Experience in the preparation of parenteral nutrition, intravenous additives, Homecare or similar. 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.
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We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking Pharmacist to join our dedicated Production Team within Newcastle Specials which continues to grow and build on its success. Based at our £10m Pharmacy Production Unit at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, you will provide professional support to unlicensed and licensed production activities. No previous experience required. Newly qualified and part-time applicants considered. Interview Date: 17 February 2025 37 hours 30 minutes/week You must be a Professionally Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council Main Duties of the Job
You will be able to demonstrate an interest in aseptic manufacturing and technical services and may bring previous experience upon which to build, although the most important factor is a desire to learn and develop. Upon entry to the Department, the post holder will begin at a range and salary level in line with their current knowledge and experience, and will be supported to progress from PPU Range 6 to PPU Range 7 dependent on achieving a number of key learning objectives, as follows, which must be achieved within 2 years of appointment: Signed off to perform technical/professional checks in at least 4 out of 5 production zones and have spent sufficient time in these areas to be able to oversee the unit unaided. Able to provide evidence instances where they intervened in a situation to improve safety or compliance with GMP, or assisted the section lead in dealing with a difficult situation. Be able to demonstrate ability to train and support new staff (Evidence of acting as a mentor to Student Tech/pre-reg or similar). Delivered a training presentation to a range of staff grades on an aspect of GMP. Completed training in functional aspects of the PQS to include Change control, Adverse event reporting, Microbiological non-conformance and be competent in signing off reports (AER to level of minor classification). Evidence of either implementing or having a key supporting role in implementation of a service improvement project. Job Responsibilities
You will be given the opportunity to develop your production knowledge of our diverse product range, meeting exacting quality standards, fulfilling the expanding needs of our internal and external customer base. Our unit provides products to a range of regional specialties, including cancer services, paediatrics, dermatology, and ophthalmology. We continue to support research through increasing demand for preparation/manufacture of investigational medicinal products. You will consolidate your experience across aseptic manufacture/dispensing, through terminal sterilisation and non-sterile production areas, gaining a robust background in gassing isolator technology and automated compounding and filling systems. Additionally, you will assist in product development and rationalisation to meet national strategies to provide safer medicines for NHS patients. Good organisational and communication skills with an eye for detail will be essential. The post holder will be based principally at the RVI but will also work at the Freeman site to meet requirements of the role. Newcastle Specials operates outside of standard NHS Agenda for Change pay scales and as a result, staff will have the opportunity to benefit from annual salary progression, accelerated progression through the pay band, and a bonus (Dependent on performance and annual appraisal). Person Specification
Range 6
Theoretical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (Rules & Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors) and section 10 exemption. Working knowledge of isolator and/or laminar flow technology. Aseptic and/or Non-sterile preparation of injectable products/pharmaceuticals. Competency in using pharmacy computer systems. Registered Pharmacist (GPhC). Degree in Pharmacy. Practical experience in the preparation of parenteral nutrition, intravenous additives, Homecare or similar. Clinical Pharmacy experience in paediatrics and/or adult medicine. Range 7
Practical and theoretical knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (Rules & Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors) and section 10 exemption. Experience as pharmacist working within licensed production and/or unlicensed preparation unit within a hospital or commercial setting. Registered Pharmacist (MPharm degree + post graduate preregistration training). Experience in the preparation of parenteral nutrition, intravenous additives, Homecare or similar. 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.
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