NHS
Aseptics and Radiopharmacy QA Officer
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Job Description
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- Support the implementation and maintenance of our Quality Management System (QMS)
- Perform Quality Assurance checks on batch documentation and environmental monitoring data
- Assist with deviation investigations, audits, and regulatory inspections (e.g. MHRA)
- Contribute to training and compliance monitoring for aseptic and radiopharmacy staff
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective service delivery
- Support the implementation and maintenance of the Pharmacy Quality Management System (QMS)
- Perform Quality Assurancce checks on batch documentation and environmental monitoring data
- Assist with deviation, incident, and non-conformance investigations
- Contribute to internal audits and preparation for external inspections (e.g. MHRA)
- Maintain training records, SOP registers, and QA documentation
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and compliant service delivery
- BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent healthcare science qualification plus accredited unperpinning knowledge OR Science Manufacturing Technician qualification (SMT)
- Registered with either GPhC or Science Council (or eligible)
- HNC or equivalent in pharmaceutical science or quality-related subject
- Previous experience in a pharmacy QA, aseptic services, or Radiopharmacy support role
- Understanding of GMP, quality management principles, aseptic techniques, and risk management
- Experience in QA investigations, audits or SOP management
- Knowledge of environmental monitoring or cleanroom standards
- Familiarity with radiopharmaceutical preparation regulations
- BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent healthcare science qualification plus accredited unperpinning knowledge OR Science Manufacturing Technician qualification (SMT)
- Registered with either GPhC or Science Council (or eligible)
- HNC or equivalent in pharmaceutical science or quality-related subject
- Previous experience in a pharmacy QA, aseptic services, or Radiopharmacy support role
- Understanding of GMP, quality management principles, aseptic techniques, and risk management
- Experience in QA investigations, audits or SOP management
- Knowledge of environmental monitoring or cleanroom standards
- Familiarity with radiopharmaceutical preparation regulations
Job summary
Make a Difference in Patient Safety and Quality
Are you passionate about quality, detail-oriented, and ready to play a vital role in ensuring the safety of life-saving medicines?
We are looking for a dedicatedQuality Assurance Officerto join our Pharmacy Aseptics and Radiopharmacy Services team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality aseptic and radiopharmaceutical products, supporting patient care across a wide range of clinical services.
What you'll do:
Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Main duties of the job
You will support the Quality Assurance (QA) activities within the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit and Radiopharmacy at the RUH.
The role ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), national regulatory standards, and Trust policies.
Working closely with the Quality Assurance Lead and operational managers, you will contribute to safe, effective and compliant preparation and delivery of aseptic and radiopharmaceutical products to patients.
Main duties includes:
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Details
Date posted
08 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
427-7571168
Job locations
Royal United Hospital
Bath
BA1 3NG
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Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospital
Bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospital
Bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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