Senior Pharmacy Assistant Aseptics Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Pharmacy Assistant for Aseptic Services. This role involves working under the guidance of experienced professionals in a dynamic aseptic unit, focusing on the preparation of chemotherapy and monoclonal antibodies. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills and demonstrate a strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a flexible approach to teamwork. With comprehensive in-house training provided, this position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your pharmacy experience and contribute to vital healthcare services in your community. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills.
• Keen eye for detail and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aseptic unit environment and assist in chemotherapy preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of the aseptic unit.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills

Job description

Senior Pharmacy Assistant Aseptic Services

We are looking to recruit a pharmacy assistant to work within the aseptic unit. Under the guidance of the Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services and the Technical Manager for Aseptics, the unit operates under Exemption under Section 10 of the Medicines Act 1968 and prepares a range of aseptically prepared chemotherapy and monoclonal antibodies.

The unit is focused on maintaining and improving quality and performance and works closely with our Cancer Services directorate to deliver a service that adapts to the changing needs of our local population.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated individual who is looking to work within the aseptic unit and has a keen eye for detail, is a good communicator, is flexible in their approach, and enjoys working as part of a team.

If you hold a NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills qualification and are looking to broaden your experience within pharmacy or are excited about a change in sector, then this is the opportunity for you. If you do not have experience of working within Aseptics, there is an opportunity for a step-up programme from a Band 2 to Band 3.

You will be fully supported through our in-house training package to learn the necessary skills required to become a fully trained and competent member of the aseptic unit.

Core Duties

1. Environmental monitoring of the aseptic unit through the use of broth media and recording of temperatures and pressures.
2. Assembly of ingredients, worksheet, and labels of raw materials.
3. Assist in the preparation of chemotherapy/monoclonal antibodies including in-process volume checks and visual inspection of final products.
4. Cleaning and disinfection of the unit according to standard operating procedures on a daily, weekly, three-monthly, and annual basis along with other general housekeeping duties to maintain the unit.
5. Ordering and replenishment of stocks.

There is also a requirement to support the wider pharmacy team within the dispensary with a commitment to late night, weekend, and bank holiday working on rota, and full training in the use of computer and labelling systems will be provided.

This advert closes on Monday 28 Apr 2025.