Job summary The role of the pharmacy Support Officer (Aseptic) is varied one, you will never be bored The Aseptic Unit is a specialised clean area within Pharmacy where injectable products are manufactured. These products treat chemotherapy patients or are used in diagnostic tests. You will be working in the Aseptic Cleanrooms, carrying out stock control within the Pharmacy Department and delivering medication the ward/clinic areas. Main duties of the job Main duties include:- Cleaning of the aseptic cleanrooms and support areas. Disinfecting and transferring work into clean room hatches and isolators. Replenishing stocks in Aseptic areas, maintaining good stock control. Assembling ingredients and sundries needed for preparation. Assisting in the processing of aseptically prepared products. Processing and organisation of the rental laundry service. Assisting in the ordering, receipt and despatch of pharmaceutical products and sundries Using the pharmacy computer systems to maintain stock records, documentation and labels where appropriate. Filing of prescriptions and documentation according to local policy andprocedures. Delivering medicines produced by the Aseptic Services section of the pharmacy, to the ward/clinic areas. Safely delivering radiopharmaceuticals to Nuclear Medicine department. Disposing of different types of waste, according to local policy andprocedure. Carrying out selected quality control tests including environmental monitoring. About us Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together The Aseptic Unit is a specialised clean area within Pharmacy where injectable products are manufactured. These products treat chemotherapy patients or are used in diagnostic tests. The Aseptic service also supplies ready made chemotherapy, intravenous nutrition and other products to hospital patients. The Aseptic team consists of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Senior Pharmacy Support Officers and Pharmacy Support Officers. They all have an important role to play in the provision of high quality medicinal products to the patients. Come and join us and help make a difference. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum/ pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 223-PSO-041 Job locations Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3 (A to E) including Maths and English Hold or able to commit to completing a qualification relevant to the role within Aseptic Services or Pharmacy. Experience Essential Computer skills Attention to detail Desirable Work experience in pharmacy Stores / Stock control awareness Experience in cleaning/disinfecting the working environment COSHH Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3 (A to E) including Maths and English Hold or able to commit to completing a qualification relevant to the role within Aseptic Services or Pharmacy. Experience Essential Computer skills Attention to detail Desirable Work experience in pharmacy Stores / Stock control awareness Experience in cleaning/disinfecting the working environment COSHH Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Address Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)