Senior Pharmacy Assistant – Aseptic Unit

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity within our Aseptics Unit for Senior Pharmacy Assistants to support the growth of the department.

You will work as part of a team, within the Aseptic department, providing a high quality, flexible and responsive service.

You will aseptically prepare injections ready for patient administration, including chemotherapy (cytotoxic), radiopharmaceuticals and general intravenous drugs.

Previous experience of working in a cleanroom environment is desirable, but not essential.

We are committed to provide a supportive environment with opportunities for training and personal development. In the future there is a possibility for a Science Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship to enhance career progress.

Consideration will be given for strong candidates who may not meet the essential criteria to undertake this role on a developmental basis with set competency targets. Roles offered on a development basis will be banded lower than originally advertised until competency targets are met.

Details about our pharmacy service - https://esneft.pagetiger.com/buqzfou/1

Please note this position is not eligible for a Health and Social Care Visa and does not meet the requirements for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa.

We have permanent posts and also one fixed term/secondment until 31st March 2027.

Main duties of the job

Aseptically manufacture named patient and batch products following procedures and worksheets.

Assist in the supervision of the day-to-day workload within the Aseptic Unit.

Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of the facility and equipment supporting the manufacturing process and to assist senior staff in demonstrating particular duties to junior and rotational staff.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.