Pharmacy Practitioner Development Technician

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Oxford is seeking an Aseptic Services Manager for its Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit. This role involves managing aseptic preparation of clinical trial medicines, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high standards of patient care. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving healthcare through clinical trials.

Qualifications

• Experience in aseptic preparation of medicines.
• Knowledge of clinical trials regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of CTAS.
• Implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Oversee staff recruitment and training.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Customer Care

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Hi, I'm Christine, Accountable Pharmacist for the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit. We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Aseptic Services Manager to join our Pharmacy Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Team at our well-established facility. This role is dedicated to clinical trials, working as part of the wider Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team. You will have the opportunity to utilize and expand your knowledge and experience in aseptics within the UK, delivering a range of aseptically dispensed clinical trial medicines.

If interested, please contact us for an informal chat and/or visit.

Main Duties

• Lead and manage the daily operations of CTAS, ensuring aseptic preparation of medicines complies with current guidance and best practices.
• Identify and implement initiatives to reduce financial costs and environmental impact of the CTAS service.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services guidelines and SPS guidance documents, collaborating with the Accountable Pharmacist and Deputy to review and implement necessary changes.
• Understand the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulation (EU Directive/EC), Human Medicines (EU Exit) Regulations, and ICH GCP guidelines applicable to the dispensing of Investigational Medicinal Products.
• Ensure environmental monitoring and preventative maintenance are conducted per SOPs, review related paperwork, and manage deviations to ensure compliance.
• Oversee staff recruitment, induction, management, and collaborate with the training team to maintain an effective workforce.
• Maintain high standards of customer care and a strong patient focus within the CTAS team.

See attached JD for full details.

Working for Our Organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, offering a wide range of clinical services and serving as a hub for medical education, training, and research. The Trust includes four hospitals: John Radcliffe, Churchill, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and Horton General Hospital.

Our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence guide our commitment to quality healthcare and professional relationships.

We are committed to a safe, respectful hiring environment and uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism. Join us to make a difference and deliver compassionate excellence.