Band 4 Specialist Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer
The closing date is 31 August 2025
Job summary
'Join our Pharmacy Team at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust!
Are you detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills and a passion for healthcare? We're seeking motivated individuals with aseptic experience to join our expanding Aseptic Services team.
The Cancer Services Division at UHB delivers world-class cancer care with specialised oncology and haematology services, delivered by specialist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistant technical officers.
In this vital role, you'll support the Specialist Pharmacy Technician in overseeing daily activities and aseptically preparing chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies and CIVAS/OPAT medications. You'll ensure patients receive safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict quality standards.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, be comfortable participating in training and development of other staff members,
with a commitment to professional development.
We encourage innovative working and actively promote learning and development, including completion of the NVQ3 Science Manufacturing Technician course.
Join our team and help us build healthier lives through our values of being Kind, Connected, and Bold.
For further information or applications, contact Louise Chamberlain, Pharmacy Operations and Performance Manager - Cancer and Aseptic Services: louise.chamberlain@uhb.nhs.uk'
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the job:
The post holder will:
Aseptically prepare; chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, CIVAS/OPAT and Clinical trials using good aseptic technique
Perform specialised cleaning duties and essential environmental monitoring and quality assurance checks
Maintain equipment and facilities to the highest standards
Interpret prescriptions and produce worksheets
Undertake self-checking and ensure accuracy throughout all processes
Participate in the induction and training of staff in areas of responsibility
Issue stocks and maintain good stock control in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Contribute to the department's continuous improvement initiatives
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details on the role. If you have any questions, would like to look around or require any further information, please contact us to discuss.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
22 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-1091907
Job locations
32-34 Melchett Rd
32 - 34 Melchett Road
Kings Norton
West Midlands
B30 3HY
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
32-34 Melchett Rd
32 - 34 Melchett Road
Kings Norton
West Midlands
B30 3HY
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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