QA Lab Technician

Lloyds Pharmacy Clinical Homecare Limited.; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate QA Laboratory Technician to ensure the quality and safety of their aseptic compounding unit. In this dynamic role, you will conduct environmental monitoring, perform microbiological identification, and maintain rigorous QA documentation. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to patient care, where your meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional clinical homecare services. Join a team that values accountability and continuous improvement while making a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a microbiology laboratory is essential for this role.
• GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science or equivalent are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring to ensure a sterile environment.
• Perform microbiological identification of contaminants.

Skills

Microbiology

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Time Management

Education

GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science

BSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or Microbiology

Tools

Environmental Monitoring Techniques

Gram Staining

Job description

About The Role

Job Title: QA Laboratory Technician

Are you passionate about microbiology and quality assurance? Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment? Lloyds Clinical in Harlow is looking for a dedicated and meticulous QA Laboratory Technician to join our team!

Job Purpose:

As a QA Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our aseptic compounding unit. Your primary responsibilities will involve participating in our environmental monitoring program and performing microbiological identification of contaminants.

Key Accountabilities & Activities:

• Conduct viable and non-viable environmental monitoring using various techniques to ensure a sterile environment.
• Quantify microbiological isolates and perform Gram staining and other identification tests.
• Conduct fertility testing on process simulations to ensure product quality.
• Oversee the temperature monitoring of storage areas.
• Maintain accurate records of QA activities and perform data entry for trending environmental monitoring data.
• Perform routine cleaning and QA documentation checks.
• Participate in training and key task assessments as needed.
• Assist with other projects and tasks as required by the QA Laboratory Manager.

About You

• Essential:
  • GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science or equivalent
  • BSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or Microbiology
  • Experience working in a microbiology laboratory
  • Excellent attention to detail and effective communication skills
  • Ability to focus and meet tight deadlines
• Desirable:
  • Experience in a GMP environment
  • Experience in aseptic manufacture

About Us

At Lloyds Clinical, with over four decades of experience supporting patients since 1975, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional clinical homecare services to more than 100,000 patients in their own homes, workplaces, or communities across the UK. Our comprehensive range of treatments spans from medication delivery to specialised nursing for complex conditions such as home parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, IV antibiotics, enzyme replacement therapy, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and beyond. Working in collaboration with the NHS, pharmaceutical companies, and private medical insurers, we prioritise patient care and are guided by our values of Delivering together, Being Accountable, Giving it our all and Continually Improving to provide the highest standards of service delivery and patient outcomes.