Pharmacy Assistant Aseptic Services

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust; Halifax; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated individual for the Aseptic Dispensing Unit. The role involves processing product requests, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice, and participating in quality assurance activities. The successful candidate will receive training in aseptic dispensing and contribute to the efficient operation of the unit. This position requires a DBS check and offers a chance to work in a supportive environment focused on quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• Training for aseptic dispensing modules required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process orders of aseptic products.
• Ensure sufficient stocks of goods and consumables are available.
• Participate in weekend and extended hours pharmacy services.

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services

Job description

Post Post Description

The post holder will be involved in the following activities within the Aseptic Dispensing Unit:

1. The receipt and processing of product requests.
2. The receipt, checking, and storage of pharmaceutical and related deliveries.
3. Routine disinfection of pharmaceuticals needed for the preparation of products, using specialised disinfectants and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice standards.
4. Product tray assembly for final product preparation.
5. Specialised cleaning of the Aseptic Dispensing Unit.

The post holder will receive training for the appropriate aseptic dispensing modules of NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services.

This position requires a Disclosing & Barring Services (DBS) check.

Main Tasks

1. Perform specialised cleaning of facilities and equipment using appropriate disinfectants in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice.
2. Receive and process orders of aseptic products within the unit.
3. Ensure sufficient stocks of goods and consumables are available, stored correctly, and records are maintained.
4. Participate in environmental monitoring of the unit as part of the Quality Assurance programme.
5. Set up and assemble trays of medicinal components for final product preparation.
6. Remove general, clinical, and pharmaceutical waste to designated disposal areas.
7. Check and unpack daily orders of medicines and consumables, store them correctly, and report any issues to the Senior Technician.
8. Participate in weekend, public holiday, out-of-hours, and extended hours pharmacy services.
9. Comply with Trust policies on security, patient confidentiality, and safe working procedures and legislation.

We employ over 6,500 staff providing compassionate care across Calderdale Royal Hospital, Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, community sites, health centres, and patients’ homes. We also have nearly 150 volunteers.

Our services include urgent and emergency care, medical, surgical, maternity, gynaecology, critical care, children’s and young people’s services, end-of-life care, and outpatient and diagnostic imaging services.

We also offer community health services, including sexual health services from Calderdale Royal and local health centres such as Todmorden Health Centre and Broad Street Plaza.

We are committed to modernising and investing in our health services to enhance quality. As a foundation trust, we are public leaders in healthcare quality, with decisions driven by an independent board responding to our community's needs.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Katie Barritt
• Job Title: Senior Aseptic Technician
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]