Senior Pharmacy Assistant, Technical Services
Join Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board as a Senior Pharmacy Assistant – Technical Services.
Job Overview
We seek reliable, conscientious and practical pharmacy assistants to join our friendly team in the Aseptic Services unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor.
You will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm for learning and development, and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in pharmacy technical services (aseptic production). Due to the critical nature of our work, you must uphold the highest standards of discipline, personal hygiene and attention to detail. You will follow all health‑and‑safety guidelines, standard operating procedures, and comply with Good Manufacturing (GMP) Standards.
Successful candidates will benefit from a Level 2 NVQ qualification in Pharmacy Services and may progress to the Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Level 3 course if aptitude and enthusiasm are demonstrated.
Main Duties
* Assembly of aseptic products for aseptic dispensing (chemotherapy and intravenous medicines)
* Decontamination and transfer of medication and associated consumables into the clean rooms
* Perform in‑process volume checks as required
* Aseptically dispense sterile cytotoxic products and other sterile injectables
* Carry out environmental and physical monitoring of the aseptic unit
* Delivery of medication to wards
* Replenishment and maintenance of accurate stock levels of medicines and consumables
* Supply of internal orders using the pharmacy dispensing system
* Receipt and return of clean‑room clothing
* Answer telephone calls and deal with simple queries
* Cleaning and decontamination of isolators and associated clean rooms
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE pass or equivalent in Maths and English Language
* NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Technical Services or willingness to complete within 12 months
Experience
* Working as part of a team
Desirable Criteria
* Pharmacy experience in hospital, community or other settings
* Experience of aseptic or non‑sterile production
Working for Our Organisation
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and a Welsh application will not be treated less favourably than an English application.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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