Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join our friendly Aseptic services team, to provide high quality aseptic services. You'll join a team of highly professional and dedicated staff whose aim is to provide an excellent, patient focus service. You'll participate in the day to day routine activities of the aseptic unit. The prime function of the unit is the preparation of a range of aseptic products including cytotoxic and monoclonal antibody treatments. Main duties of the job Participate in the day-to-day routine activities of the aseptic unit. Support the delivery, development, and implementation of all aspects of technical services. Work in a team of other Band 4/5 Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants, to assist in the provision of the aseptic preparation service. The safe and efficient provision of aseptic chemotherapy and monoclonal antibodies products to patients in the Trust. Carry out validation and training activities in areas such as aseptic dispensing of products and performing pre and in-process checks. Support, develop and implement Quality Management Systems that provide reassurance of the safe running of Somerset FT Beacon Pharmacy. About us As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-1300 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level in 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent and BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician Desirable Accredited to perform pre and in-process checks or willing to undertake training Experience Essential Experience in an aseptic preparation service Demonstrate experience as a registered pharmacy technician in hospital pharmacy (Band 4) Desirable Demonstrate experience as a registered pharmacy technician in hospital pharmacy (Band 5) Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level in 3 Pharmacy Services or equivalent and BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Accredited Accuracy Checking Technician Desirable Accredited to perform pre and in-process checks or willing to undertake training Experience Essential Experience in an aseptic preparation service Demonstrate experience as a registered pharmacy technician in hospital pharmacy (Band 4) Desirable Demonstrate experience as a registered pharmacy technician in hospital pharmacy (Band 5) 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)