Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Trials

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Job summary

Research and clinical trials are a very important part of the National Health Service. Everyday clinical trials investigating medicines are being run across the country which are working towards new and improved treatments for patients.

The Pharmacy Technician in Clinical Trials is an exciting role contributing to this invaluable work.

We are looking for a hard working and professional individual who has an interest in research as the objective of this role is to ensure the timely set up and effective maintenance of all clinical trials involving medicines at the Trust.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for supporting the clinical trials pharmacy team to provide a reliable and efficient pharmacy clinical trials service which meets the needs of our clinical trials patients in Bath and the surrounding areas, sponsors and also the many specialist research teams we work closely with across the Trust.

You will also actively engage with the Clinical Trials Pharmacist(s) to build and expand the clinical trials portfolio whilst ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICHGCP), clinical trials regulations, the research governance framework and other relevant guidelines and policies.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Details

Date posted

17 February 2025

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

427- 6885864

Job locations

Royal United Hospital, Bath

Combe Park, Bath, Avon BA1 3NG

Bath

BA1 3NG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & training

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
  • Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician

Desirable

  • BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
  • Member of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Broad experience as a Pharmacy Technician
  • Excellent knowledge of therapeutic drug use in clinical situations gained by CPD

Desirable

  • Experience working in clinical trials department
  • Evidence of implementing change within a department or team.
Person Specification

Qualifications & training

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
  • Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician

Desirable

  • BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
  • Member of the Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Broad experience as a Pharmacy Technician
  • Excellent knowledge of therapeutic drug use in clinical situations gained by CPD

Desirable

  • Experience working in clinical trials department
  • Evidence of implementing change within a department or team.

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

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital, Bath

Combe Park, Bath, Avon BA1 3NG

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital, Bath

Combe Park, Bath, Avon BA1 3NG

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Technician - Clinical Trials

Claire Barron

claire.barron1@nhs.net

01225826418

Details

Date posted

17 February 2025

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

427- 6885864

Job locations

Royal United Hospital, Bath

Combe Park, Bath, Avon BA1 3NG

Bath

BA1 3NG


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