Aseptic Pharmacy Technician: Precision Dispensing Training

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust; Halifax; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Pharmacy Aseptic Technician to perform high-level technical duties in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. The post holder will work under supervision to deliver and develop the aseptic dispensing service in line with Trust objectives and NHS priorities.

The role involves mentoring staff, checking prescriptions, participating in stock control and clinical trials, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Undertake aseptic dispensing processes according to SOPs once competence/validation achieved.
• Maintain concentration to minimise medication errors.
• Work in a busy aseptic unit with interruptions.
• Handle hazardous compounds including cytotoxic medicines and other hazardous materials.
• Mentor staff under supervision and participate in competency reassessment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake aseptic dispensing per SOPs after validation.
• Check Electronic Medicines Management work lists and prescriptions per Accredited Checking Technician program.
• Assist in stock control and ordering of medicines; participate in clinical trials per SOPs.
• Prioritise workload and follow Rotas in coordination with Senior Technician.

Job description

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Pharmacy Aseptic Technician to perform high-level technical duties in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. The post holder will work under supervision to deliver and develop the aseptic dispensing service in line with Trust objectives and NHS priorities.

The role involves mentoring staff, checking prescriptions, participating in stock control and clinical trials, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.