Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our growing team of Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians. The post holders will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Aseptic Services Unit of the Pharmacy, which will be the primary base.
The Purpose Of This Role Is
To be responsible for the day-to-day organisation of the Aseptic Services Unit (ASU); Chemotherapy and Radio pharmacy.
To supervise the day to day activities of the rotational and permanent technical staff working in the ASU.
To ensure that all staff conform to required standard of Quality Assurance and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and work in accordance with validated and approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times
To participate in the aseptic dispensing of chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, parenteral nutrition and radiopharmaceuticals.
To assist the Lead Aseptic Services Technician in the training of all staff working in the ASU.
Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent plus accredited underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent)
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Working for our organisation
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 the top 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.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person specification
Qualifications And Training
Essential criteria
NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPHC
Pre and in process checking or willing to undertake
Desirable criteria
Training in aseptic services eg TSET, PTQA, APDM
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
Experience of working as a pharmacy technician in aseptic services
Knowledge of GMP
Principles of Aseptic dispensing
Knowledge of the principles of Quality Assurance
Desirable criteria
Previous experience of working in an unlicensed unit
Radiopharmacy experience
Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should review the eligibility criteria on the website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 539.9KB)
Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Samantha Ottaway Job title Lead Aseptic Services Technician Email address Telephone number