Job summary We are looking for a highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician with recent hospital experience in Preparative Services to work in our busy and friendly Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. We would consider a band 4 to 5 STEP programme for any aspiring band 4 technicians that are willing to undergo training to the desired band 5 level required for aseptic Services. You will work as part of a dedicated team involved in the preparation and dispensing of aseptic products that include anticancer therapy and parenteral nutrition. This job role will also support the provision of Medicines Management Service to Oncology Day Case unit and Georgina Ward.The successful candidate must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacy Technician and have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as developed interpersonal skills.Hours of work will be on a rotational basis; based on 7.5hrs daily between the hours of 8.10am and 5.20pm weekdays with a requirement to participate in the rota for the late night, weekend and Bank Holiday service provision. Main duties of the job Support the supervision and training of other pharmacy staff on a daily basis, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery and observing good manufacturing practice. Aseptic manufacture and preparation processes in sterile conditions using specialist equipment. Preparation of documentation for aseptic processing Dealing with queries and complex issues from other hospital staff and patients in regards to management of the appointment schedules and prescribing of treatment. They should be an Accredited Checking Technician and/or have a Pre and In-process checking qualification for aseptic services or be prepared to undertake in -house volume checking competencies. Perform stock management Contribute to quality management systems. Support the provision of Medicines Management Service to Oncology Day Case unit and Georgina Ward. Please see full job description for the full list of duties and responsibilities. About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds. The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust recognises the values and transferable skills that the Armed Forces community bring and recognise their compatibility with NHS roles. We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 253-1024-6739658 Job locations Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY12HQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 or equivalent BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development Validated operator in Aseptic Services Desirable Experience providing Medicines Management Service Accredited Checking Technician Pre and In-Process Checking (PIP-C) qualification Experience Essential Recent qualification experience in hospital pharmacy, evidenced by a competency-based assessment. IT literate including word processing, power point, email, Microsoft teams and use of the internet. Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good verbal and written communication skills. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential NVQ level 3 or equivalent BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development Validated operator in Aseptic Services Desirable Experience providing Medicines Management Service Accredited Checking Technician Pre and In-Process Checking (PIP-C) qualification Experience Essential Recent qualification experience in hospital pharmacy, evidenced by a competency-based assessment. IT literate including word processing, power point, email, Microsoft teams and use of the internet. Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Good verbal and written communication skills. 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). 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. 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). 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 The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY12HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)