Specialist Pharmacy Technician / Science Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Specialist Pharmacy or Science Manufacturing Technician – Aseptic Services / Administration (Band 5)

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Northampton General Hospital | University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group

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Full-Time, Perm or Bank

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Start Date: ASAP

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About the Role

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We are working with Northampton General Hospital to recruit a Band 5 Specialist Pharmacy or Science Manufacturing Technician to join their Aseptic Services Unit (ASU).

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This is a key role within a highly specialised pharmacy service, supporting the preparation and supply of aseptically prepared intravenous medicines, including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition.

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Key Responsibilities

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  Support the preparation and dispensing of aseptic medicines (patient-specific and batch production)

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  Undertake final checking and release of aseptically prepared products (once competent)

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  Work within cleanroom and isolator environments, following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

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  Coordinate day-to-day workload within the Aseptic Unit to ensure timely delivery of treatments

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  Support cost improvement initiatives, data analysis, and reporting of key performance metrics

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  Manage charging processes for external customers and resolve invoice queries

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  Contribute to quality systems, audits, and service improvement initiatives

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  Support training and supervision of junior staff where required

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This role combines technical aseptic services work with administrative and analytical responsibilities, offering a varied and rewarding position.

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Essential Requirements

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  Qualified Pharmacy Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent),

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  or Science Manufacturing Technician qualification,

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  or relevant degree in pharmaceutical science or related field

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  Professional registration with GPhC, Science Council or RPS

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  Knowledge and experience of aseptic preparation and GMP

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  Strong attention to detail and accuracy

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  Good communication, organisation, and IT skills

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Desirable

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  Experience in hospital aseptic services

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  Experience in final checking and releasing products

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  Experience with quality systems, audits, or CAPA processes

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  Experience supervising or training staff

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  Knowledge of electronic quality management systems (EQMS)

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Why Apply?

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  Work within a specialist aseptic and cancer services environment

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  Gain experience in licensed pharmaceutical manufacturing

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  Opportunity to develop skills in quality systems, data analysis, and service improvement

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  Be part of a supportive multidisciplinary pharmacy team

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  Contribute directly to patient safety and treatment delivery

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