Specialist QA and Technical Services Pharmacist 

Role: Specialist QA and Technical Services Pharmacist
Location: The Harley Street Clinic, London
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with weekend requirements

Shift Times: 9am-5.30pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience

We’re looking for a Specialist QA and Technical Services Pharmacist to join our team at The Harley Street Clinic currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

Based in London’s medical district, our hospital is accessible and is considered an employer of choice.  Our pharmacy team delivers an exceptional patient-centred service across our world-renown campus that house several centres of excellence from Cardiac to Diagnostics to Complex Oncology.

As a Specialist Pharmacist you will have leadership responsibilities within Pharmacy QA, and as a Senior Pharmacist, will be responsible for working across all aspects of the core pharmacy aseptic services which may include provision of medicines management, advice and evidence-based practice to inpatients and outpatients, risk management and clinical governance.

The Pharmacy Quality Assurance team is essential in upholding compliance by ensuring Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards within pharmacy production services and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) for the unlicensed units at HCA. Additionally, they support the Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) with third-party production for clinical trials. The team also aids general pharmacy operations by managing drug safety, overseeing drug recalls, reporting defective medicines, administering rights for the electronic production system (BD Cato), and assisting the Protocols team in decisions related to drug preparation. Furthermore, they ensure the validation of pharmacy refrigerators to maintain proper storage conditions.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.  

What you’ll bring:

• Master’s Degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)

•  GPhC Registration

•  Relevant pharmacy experience including all completed rotations and experience within Aseptics

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience within QA

• Strong initiative and commitment, with a ‘can do’ attitude to work

• Be enthusiastic with an ability to motivate yourself and team

• Possess excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills and demonstrate good problem-solving skill

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Pharmacist you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.