We are looking for an enthusiastic, self‑motivated, and committed pharmacy technician to join our friendly and dedicated team working in the aseptic unit at York.
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake team leader duties which involve the supervision and co‑ordination of the daily workload. This will require exceptional organisational skills and the ability to direct and supervise staff, as well as enhanced communication skills for interacting with customers and suppliers to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
Experience of working in an aseptic or manufacturing environment would be beneficial but is not a requirement.
The role will either be a band 4 or 5 depending on experience.
Applicants must be registered with the GPhC (or be in a position to do so) and have prior experience of working in a hospital aseptic facility. Pre and in‑process checking accreditation status is essential for the role; applicants should have this or be willing to work towards it.
Responsibilities
* Co‑ordination of day‑to‑day activities.
* Preparation of aseptically prepared products.
* Environmental monitoring.
* Dispensing of outsourced parenteral products.
* Undertaking pre‑process checking of assembled trays.
* In‑process checking during preparation.
* Accuracy checking of dispensed Ready to Administer (RtA) products.
* Generating worksheets for aseptically prepared products.
Benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump‑sum and pension for dependants.
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from the Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema, and finance from a range of providers.
Our Values and Inclusion
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co‑developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. We welcome applications from everyone, whilst working with our Staff Networks – including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks – to increase the number of applications we receive from diverse backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, actively promoting SaBRE – Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Note: This advert closes on Sunday 7 Dec 2025. The position may close early if a high number of applications are received.
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