We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed pharmacy Senior Assistant Technical Officer to join our team. The successful applicant will work in our Aseptic Services Department, involved in the preparation of bespoke medication for patients of the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparing and checking sterile parenteral medications.
* Maintaining and monitoring the clean‑room environment.
* Complying with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and regional and national guidance on aseptic preparation.
* Contributing to the maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS).
* Work in a sterile clean room environment and carry out highly complex aseptic manipulations.
* Use specialist equipment such as isolators.
* Assemble worksheets and produce and check labels for all types of aseptically prepared products.
* Ensure all documentation is fully completed, filed and stored correctly in accordance with GMP.
* Carry out environmental monitoring procedures.
* Undertake validation exercises to ensure competency is maintained.
* Undertake daily cleaning of equipment and other housekeeping duties as necessary.
Qualifications
* 4 GCSEs Grade C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications and experience) and an NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
* Basic calculation skills are essential.
* Good keyboard skills.
* Previous experience of working in a clean‑room environment or hospital pharmacy would be an advantage.
Other Requirements
* You should be a team player and able to function efficiently.
* Candidates should be patient‑focused, keen to learn, hardworking and able to work under pressure during busy periods.
* A flexible approach to duties and good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to prioritise workload, be proactive and work as part of a team with other healthcare professionals, work on your own when necessary and follow instructions.
Benefits & Conditions
* Flexible working is actively promoted.
* Appointment subject to a 6‑month probationary period (or 3‑month for LED Doctors).
* DBS disclosure required where post requires one; applicants encouraged to remain registered with the DBS update service.
* Travel to interview expenses are not reimbursed.
* Some posts may have implications on existing NHS Pension Scheme arrangements.
* Applicants requiring sponsorship must check the Government website for up‑to‑date information about the role’s eligibility.
#J-18808-Ljbffr