Job Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward‑thinking and patient/service‑focused Pharmacy Technician to join our existing team within the Pharmacy Production Unit.
To be considered, you must have current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician and hold previous experience working within a Production Unit, including aseptic manipulation and preparation.
Applicants are required to possess high‑level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice principles and hold the Accredited Checking Technician qualification as well as a BTEC Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (or equivalent).
Responsibilities
* Aseptic manipulation and preparation of a range of products to meet our service demands, including chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, CIVAS, extemporaneous doses and radiopharmaceuticals.
* Supervision and coordination of junior support staff and technicians.
* Completing sessions of pre‑process checking where attention to detail and accuracy are paramount.
* Deputising for the Senior Pharmacy Technician where applicable.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Criteria
* Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent
* Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Services Skills (QCF) or equivalent
* Completed All Wales Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification
* Completed specialist post‑qualification training in aseptic processing of radioisotopes, cytotoxic chemotherapy, CIVAS and parenteral nutrition (neonatal and adult)
* Knowledge, understanding and experience of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and QA and its application to aseptic processing
* Knowledge of COSSH regulations
* Good understanding of operation of hospital pharmacy services
* Must be able to demonstrate suitable level of post‑qualification experience in aseptic service
* Experience of working in aseptic/clean room environment
* Experience of working as an Accredited Checking Technician
* Experience of working with radiopharmaceuticals
* Working in hospital pharmacy dispensary services
* Commitment to CPD
* Record of personal development
* Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary
Desirable Criteria
* Membership of relevant professional Association
* Completed Leeds University Aseptic Preparation & Dispensing of Medicines short course (APDM)
* Knowledge of Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000 (IRMER)
* Experience of patient‑orientated medicines systems
* Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Skills & Attributes
* Well‑motivated, good attention to detail, organised and adaptable
* Ability to maintain concentration for long periods of time
* Able to communicate effectively with a variety of service users
* Able to use IT to use the pharmacy system, produce reports, gather and analyse data and produce presentations
* Ability to work under pressure / to time schedules
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Hospitals and Health Care
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