Band 2 Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer for Aseptic Services Birmingham, England
Job description
Job summary
The Cancer Services Division at UHB delivers world class cancer care to patients from across the country, with a range of specialised services in oncology and haematology, delivered by a team of specialist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistant technical officers.
We are pleased to offer this exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dynamic team, to assist in the provision of high quality aseptic services to patients across the West Midlands.
You will be part of an expanding team of highly professional and dedicated staff whose aim is to provide an excellent, patient focus service.
The ever growing and expanding service is looking for motivated individuals to assist in building healthier lives for our patients, by developing the aseptic service which is critical to the treatment of our oncology and haematology patients.
The role will include a variety of tasks, enabling you to develop your knowledge and skills through structured education and training opportunities. It provides a rewarding opportunity to assist in the preparation of cytotoxic drugs, monoclonal antibodies and innovative treatments such as clinical trials.
If you require any further information or are interested in making an application please contact Louisa Knowles, Advanced Pharmacist for Technical Services
01213718671
Main duties, tasks & skills required
Assistant technical officers assist in the production of aseptically prepared products within the unit. The role includes the following tasks:
- Stock management
- Assembly of raw materials
- Transferring products into the unit
- Cleaning of the unit
- Performing validations
- Dispensing ready-made products
- Despatching products for delivery
- Using computer systems
- Completing documentation
The position is available at Melchett Road Aseptic Unit.
Full training will be provided to ensure you feel confident in completing the role.
Opportunities for progression are available within the unit, with Band 3 Senior Assistant Technical Officer and Band 4 Specialist Assistant Technical Officer roles.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;
Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
Job description
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English
Holds or is willing to work towards an NVQ level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy
Service Skills (QCF) and BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science
Experience
Essential
Evidence of previous work experience relevant to the position such as warehouse or stores, reception duties etc
Evidence of experience within a team environment
Experienced in customer relations
Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH
Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes
