Job Title: Aseptic Pharmacy Technician – Band 5
Location: NHS Hospital, Birmingham
Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Break: 30-minute lunch break
Start Date: November/December 2024
Job Reference: AR13/11/24

Pay rate: £17-25ph

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Aseptic Pharmacy Technician to join our client’s team at a reputable NHS Hospital in Birmingham. We are looking for a dedicated individual with experience in aseptic techniques to support the preparation and dispensing of sterile medicines within the team’s hospital pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Aseptic Services: Prepare and dispense sterile products, including chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, and other high-risk medicines in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Quality Control: Ensure all aseptic processes are performed to the highest standards, maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and the relevant health and safety regulations.
• Stock Management: Assist in the management and rotation of stock, ensuring medicines and aseptic supplies are correctly stored, labelled, and accounted for.
• Collaboration: Work closely with pharmacists, pharmacy assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient delivery of pharmacy services.
• Training and Development: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay updated with industry best practices.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all aseptic processes and the dispensing of medicines.
  
  

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Aseptic Experience: Proven experience in aseptic preparation and dispensing is essential.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician: You must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Knowledge of Aseptic Techniques: Solid understanding and experience of aseptic techniques, including preparation of injectable medicines and chemotherapy products.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and dispensing medicines.
• Teamwork: Strong ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Post-registration experience in Aseptic Services
• Experience in an NHS Hospital setting.
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with the opportunity to make a difference in patient care.

Benefits of working with Hunter Gatherer AHP:

• Quick & simple online registration.
• Join the community and be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.
• As part of the HG Ventures Group of Companies you’ll get regular payments you can trust.
• Represented by AHP sector experts, we listen, understand your needs, and represent you professionally.
• A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.
• Access to the very best roles nationwide.
• As part of the Hunter Gatherer AHP network, you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.
• Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities.
• Access to exclusive Hunter AHP events and discounted CPD.
• Customer service, it’s a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about.

How to apply:

If this job sounds perfect for you, please call Alfie Rowett on 0203 475 4858.

You could also send your CV to arowett@hg-ahp.com to find out more about the Pharmacy roles we have available.

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About us:

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