University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer - Aseptic Services

The closing date is 12 June 2025

Job summary

Join our Pharmacy Team at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust!

Are you detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills and a passion for healthcare? We're seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our expanding specialised Aseptic Services team.

The Cancer Services Division at UHB delivers world class cancer care to patients from across the country, with a range of specialised services in oncology and haematology, delivered by a team of specialist pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and assistant technical officers.

In this vital role, you'll be at the heart of our pharmacy operations, supporting the preparation of critical medications including cytotoxic drugs and monoclonal antibodies in a controlled environment. Working alongside experienced Pharmacy Technicians, you'll ensure patients receive safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict quality standards.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to professional development in pharmaceutical services.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

*Support the preparation and assembly of specialised medications in a clean room environment

*Perform specialised cleaning duties and essential environmental monitoring and quality assurance checks

*Maintain equipment and facilities to the highest standards

*Issue stocks and maintain good stock control in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

*Contribute to the department's continuous improvement initiatives

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details on the role.

If you have any questions, would like to look around or require any further information, please contact us to discuss.

We encourage innovative working and actively promote learning and development within our organisation, providing our valued staff with excellent training to become skilled, highly competent and confident in their job roles. Join our team and help us build healthier lives through our values of being Kind, Connected, and Bold.

If you require any further information or are interested in making an application, please contact Louise Chamberlain, Pharmacy Operations and Performance Manager - Cancer and Aseptic Services, via email louise.chamberlain@uhb.nhs.uk

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 to £24,169 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1093499

Job locations

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

*GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English
*Holds or is willing to work towards an NVQ level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) and BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science

Experience

Essential

*Evidence of previous work experience relevant to the position such as warehouse or stores, reception duties etc
*Evidence of experience within a team environment
*Experienced in customer relations
*Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH
*Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes

Desirable

*Previous experience within a pharmacy setting
*Knowledge of hospital environment
*Knowledge of pharmacy environment
*Understanding of pharmacy related computer systems

Additional Criteria

Essential

*Able to work to strict policies and procedures
*Able to identify customer needs and deliver services to the required level
*Good verbal communication skills
*Good written communication
*Able to maintain accurate records
*Demonstrates ability to recognise own limitations referring to appropriate person when necessary
*Good numeracy skills
*Demonstrates ability to work independently and within a team
*Able to maintain confidentiality of information
*Able to adapt to change
*Good time management
*Able to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy
*Able to work accurately under pressure
*Attention to detail
*Reliable
*Punctual
*Enthusiastic
*Ability to travel to all UHB sites
*Able to work under close supervision
*Flexible to work in accordance with service needs
*Committed to abide by the Trust vision and values
*Able to lift moderate weights (up to 15kg)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

*GCSE grade C or above in Mathematics and English
*Holds or is willing to work towards an NVQ level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) and BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science

Experience

Essential

*Evidence of previous work experience relevant to the position such as warehouse or stores, reception duties etc
*Evidence of experience within a team environment
*Experienced in customer relations
*Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH
*Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes

Desirable

*Previous experience within a pharmacy setting
*Knowledge of hospital environment
*Knowledge of pharmacy environment
*Understanding of pharmacy related computer systems

Additional Criteria

Essential

*Able to work to strict policies and procedures
*Able to identify customer needs and deliver services to the required level
*Good verbal communication skills
*Good written communication
*Able to maintain accurate records
*Demonstrates ability to recognise own limitations referring to appropriate person when necessary
*Good numeracy skills
*Demonstrates ability to work independently and within a team
*Able to maintain confidentiality of information
*Able to adapt to change
*Good time management
*Able to demonstrate discretion and diplomacy
*Able to work accurately under pressure
*Attention to detail
*Reliable
*Punctual
*Enthusiastic
*Ability to travel to all UHB sites
*Able to work under close supervision
*Flexible to work in accordance with service needs
*Committed to abide by the Trust vision and values
*Able to lift moderate weights (up to 15kg)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)