Assistant Technical Officer Pharmacy Aseptic Services | The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Wolverhampton is looking for an assistant technical officer to support its new Pharmacy Aseptic Unit. You will assist with the preparation of cytotoxic and monoclonal antibodies, ensuring high-quality and efficient service delivery. The role involves collaboration with Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists, and full training will be provided. Candidates with primary or secondary care experience are preferred. The working environment values flexibility, diversity, and support for staff development.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary or secondary care is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to receive full training.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in Aseptic Services.
• Dispense drugs to patients within the aseptic unit.
• Support across various service hours including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Aseptic experience

Patient-centric service

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

HELP TO LAUNCH OUR BRAND NEW PHARMACY ASEPTIC UNIT

At the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, we’re passionate about driving innovation and delivering exceptional care for our patients. Our Pharmacy Aseptic Team has just taken handover of a brand new, state‑of‑the‑art aseptic unit and we’re looking for an assistant technical officer to join our friendly and dynamic team to support the commissioning of the new unit and the delivery of a high‑quality aseptic service.

You will be part of an expanding team of highly professional and dedicated staff whose aim is to provide an excellent, patient‑focused service.

The main function of the unit is the preparation of cytotoxic, monoclonal antibodies and clinical trials in a safe and efficient manner according to Good Manufacturing Practice and National Standards.

Our aim is to provide our valued staff with excellent training to become skilled, highly competent and confident in their job roles. We encourage innovative working which includes the development and future proofing of our facilities to meet the growing needs of the service. We promote learning and development within our organisation.

We welcome applicants from Primary and Secondary care preferably with aseptic experience, but not essential as full training will be given.

Click the link to see our new facility and the benefits of working for the NHS

https://youtu.be/jKP-Be2VH-E

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in the provision of the broad range of services provided by the Aseptic Services unit, working under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists.
• Provide pharmacy service including dispensing drugs to patients, and other supportive duties in the pharmacy aseptic unit.
• Support the work of the Aseptic Services in the provision of an early start, late night, weekend and bank holiday service.

Qualifications

Preferred experience: Primary or Secondary care with aseptic experience. Not essential; full training will be provided.

Benefits and Working Conditions

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services. We value diversity and are proud of our inclusive workforce. We are a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

We are delighted that we have been rated “Good” by CQC and are a Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020 (Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice).

Closing Information

Please see the Trust website for the full job description and person specification attached to the vacancy.

Please complete your application form in full outlining and providing examples of how you meet each of the criteria listed below. This includes both essential and desirable criteria.

This advert closes on Monday 15 Dec 2025.