Advanced Specialist Aseptic Services Pharmacist

Job description Job responsibilities Management Plans, implements and evaluates aseptic services, including staffing, resources and workflows, to ensure safe, efficient and responsive service delivery. Identifies, evaluates and implements new services and service improvements to meet patient need and align with strategic objectives. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with pharmacy, medical and nursing staff to support coordinated patient care. Prepares, reviews and maintains Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with national, regional and Trust standards. Coordinates the use of unlicensed medicines to ensure safe, compliant and cost-effective supply. Oversees equipment validation and maintenance to ensure safe and reliable operation of aseptic facilities. Manages environmental monitoring processes and liaises with external quality providers to ensure compliance and timely resolution of deviations. Investigates and resolves complaints, defects and recalls to maintain quality and patient safety. Manages staff performance, attendance and development in line with Trust policies to maintain a skilled and effective workforce. Analyses data and produces reports to inform decision-making, service improvement and governance requirements. Leadership Demonstrates professional leadership and promotes a positive team culture to support high-quality service delivery. Provides specialist advice on aseptic services to support clinical and operational decision-making. Represents the department at internal and external meetings to share expertise and communicate key outcomes. Service Development Evaluates new products, equipment and processes to support innovation and service advancement. Develops business cases and capacity plans to support sustainable service growth. Contributes to facility design, commissioning and upgrades to ensure services meet current and future demands. Aseptic Services Prepares, checks and releases aseptic products in accordance with Section 10 and GMP principles to ensure products are safe and fit for use. Supervises aseptic operations and coordinates daily workload to meet clinical priorities and capacity plans. Maintains accurate documentation and ensures adherence to cleanroom and hygiene standards to meet regulatory requirements. Performs and verifies complex dose calculations to ensure accuracy and patient safety. Manages stock, procurement and resource use to ensure efficiency and value for money. Clinical Governance and Quality Maintains and develops the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards. Monitors incidents, deviations and errors and implements corrective actions to support continuous improvement. Conducts audits and supports validation activities to ensure ongoing service assurance. Applies change control processes to ensure safe implementation of new or revised practices. Education and Training Develops and delivers training programmes to ensure staff competence and compliance with standards. Maintains and develops specialist knowledge to support safe and effective practice. Supports professional development and training of pharmacists, technicians and support staff to sustain workforce capability.