# Pharmacy Technician-Preparative Services (12 month fixed term) > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-technician-preparative-services-12-month-fixed-term/8f0e8487-cc86-4c50-a0e1-59c7f49e16ec - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/pharmacy-technician-preparative-services-12-month-fixed-term/8f0e8487-cc86-4c50-a0e1-59c7f49e16ec.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Russells Hall Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Pharmacy technician - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum - **Contract type:** 12 months (Fixed Term) - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert.) - **Closing date:** 2026-11-04T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-21T11:00:39.625Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Birmingham_Black_Country/Dudley/The_Dudley_Group_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Pharmacy/Pharmacy-v8340380 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8340380?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.dudleygroup.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and proactive Pharmacy Technician to join our busy and friendly Pharmacy Aseptic Services team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be a registered Pharmacy Technician with recent hospital pharmacy experience and a proven commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. The post is predominantly based within Preparative Services and involves the preparation, dispensing and checking of aseptic products, including systemic anti-cancer therapy and total parenteral nutrition, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice. The role also supports the Medicines Management Service provided to the Oncology Day Case Unit and Georgina Ward. You will work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting service delivery, training colleagues and maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety. Experience in aseptic services and current aseptic validation are essential. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week on a rotational basis between 7.30am and 5.20pm, Monday to Friday, with participation in late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas. For further information or to discuss the role, please contact Adele Forrest, Principal Technician – Aseptic Services on 01384 244031 or via email at adele.forrest@nhs.net. ### Main duties of the job - Supervision and Training: Support the supervision and daily training of other pharmacy staff, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery while observing good manufacturing practice. - Aseptic Manufacturing and Preparation: Undertake aseptic manufacture and preparation processes in sterile conditions using specialist equipment,ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. - Documentation Preparation: Prepare all necessary documentation for aseptic processing, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. - Handling Queries and Complex Issues: Address queries and resolve complex issues related to appointment schedules and prescribing treatments from hospital staff and patients, ensuring clear communication and efficient service. - Accredited Checking Technician:Undertake final accuracy checking within Aseptic Services (ACT). If not already, work towards or becoming a /or obtain a Pre and In-process checking qualification for aseptic services. - Stock Management: Perform stock management duties, ensuring efficient use and replenishment of aseptic supplies to maintain service continuity. - Quality Management: Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of quality management systems within the Aseptic Unit. - Medicines Management Service: Support the provision of Medicines Management Services to the Oncology Day Case Unit and Georgina Ward, ensuring safe and effective use of medicines for patients. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification for a complete list of duties and responsibilities. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Recent qualification experience in hospital pharmacy, evidenced by a competency-based assessment. - IT literate including word processing, power point, email, Microsoft Teams and use of the internet. **Desirable** - Experience with an electronic prescribing system. ### Physical Skills **Essential** - Able to work during the normal working week, extended hours, weekends and bank holidays. - Able to commute between places of work - Highly motivated and enthusiastic ### Knowledge and Training **Essential** - Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development - Validated operator in Aseptic Services - Has an understanding of the role and its application to patient care - Has an understanding of clinical governance, safety and risk management and its application to patient care - Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice **Desirable** - Experience providing Medicines Management Service - Accredited Checking Technician - Pre and In-Process Checking (PIP-C) qualification ### Qualifications & Education **Essential** - NVQ level 3 or equivalent BTEC National Certificate in Pharmacy Services - Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council ### Analytical & Judgement Skills **Essential** - Experience in supporting changes and designing of services - Able to input, analyse and present data. ### Planning & Organisational Skills **Essential** - Excellent organisation skills, manages time effectively working within deadlines and uses own initiative - Able to work well to written procedures - Prepared to identify and undertake own training and development opportunities and lifelong learning - Ability to work alone and make decisions within agreed parameters and appropriate referral / escalation as necessary ### Communication & Relationship Skills **Essential** - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Able to work as part of a team, contribute to team decisions and meetings. ### Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values **Essential** - Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services - Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility - Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued ## Documents - [jd b5 (pdf, 264.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10667990) - [our vision (png, 101.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1862) - [useful links (pdf, 193.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1861) - [culture statement (pdf, 1.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1991) - [dudley people plan (pdf, 6.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2026) - [employee benefits (pdf, 440.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1858) - [our leadership way (pdf, 173.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2413) - [gdpr privacy notice (pdf, 248.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1859) - [person specification (pdf, 152.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10667991) - [what is a disability? 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