Aseptic & Radiopharmacy Technician — Part-Time (20h)

VerseOne Group; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant (Technical Services) for 20 hours per week across Southend Hospital. The role operates within the Pharmacy Technical Services Unit (aseptic, pre-pack, radiopharmacy, cytotoxic unit) and requires cross-site work, early/late finishes and weekend rosters.

The post carries Band 3 with a pro-rata salary of £25,760 per annum for part-time hours and requires handling aseptic preparations, dose calculations and quality

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at entry level standards.
• NVQ 2 qualification in pharmacy services or equivalent.
• Previous health care setting experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Pharmacists and Technicians in aseptic and radiopharmacy units.
• Assist with ordering, receipt, storage and supply of pharmaceuticals.
• Compound aseptics including cytotoxics and clinical trials.
• Perform dose calculations for chemotherapy and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Pack, label and inspect items; prioritise work across units.
• Communicate with service users to ensure timely supply.

Skills

Good numerical skills

Keyboard skills

Health care experience

Education

GCSE Maths and English

NVQ 2 in pharmacy services

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant (Technical Services) for 20 hours per week across Southend Hospital. The role operates within the Pharmacy Technical Services Unit (aseptic, pre-pack, radiopharmacy, cytotoxic unit) and requires cross-site work, early/late finishes and weekend rosters.

The post carries Band 3 with a pro-rata salary of £25,760 per annum for part-time hours and requires handling aseptic preparations, dose calculations and quality