Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our growing team of Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians. The post holders will be involved in a broad range of activities in the Aseptic Services Unit of the Pharmacy, which will be the primary base.
We are looking for individuals who thrive working in a fast-paced environment, are flexible and have a positive attitude; with an enthusiasm to develop their skills and support an ever-evolving team.
If you can work as part of a team but also demonstrate working on your own initiative in a professional and timely manner, and display the Trust values, we want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Assist in the delivery of a safe, effective and efficient aseptic dispensing service in accordance with the SOP’s of the unit. Working under the direction of the senior technical staff. • Comply with all requirements for environmental monitoring in the aseptic unit, including sessional monitoring, daily monitoring, weekly monitoring and less frequent monitoring as outlined in aseptic unit procedures. • Carry out the essential regular quality assurance program according to SOP’s and complete accurately any required paperwork. • Complete daily and sessional records of room air pressures, room temperatures and fridge temperatures. Alerting senior members of the aseptic services team of any measurements which are outside accepted limits. • Undertake regular cleaning of the aseptics unit according to SOP’s. This involves daily, weekly and monthly intensive specialist cleaning. • Assemble ingredients for items to be made according to the worksheet and SOP’s, noting down accurately batch numbers and expiry dates, checking for any particles, discolouration or breakages. • Assist with the operation of specialist equipment involved in the aseptic services unit. • Assist with the completion of all required documentation.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a pharmacy
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Good general standard of education demonstrating numeracy and literacy
- Willing to complete a comprehensive training and competency programme.
- Willing to complete Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services.
Desirable
- Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
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This advert is for Aseptic Services Assistant with Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in Bath, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
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