Senior Pharmacy Assistant, Technical Services
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, Penrhos Garnedd, Gwynedd - Gwynedd
Senior Pharmacy Assistant, Technical Services
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, Penrhos Garnedd, Gwynedd - Gwynedd
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 19 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 26de708315ed404087c0d5a98915a0f3
Full Job Description
- Assembly of aseptic products in preparation for aseptic dispensing (chemotherapy and intravenous medicines)
- Decontamination and transfer of medication and associated consumables into the clean rooms
- To perform in-process volume checks as required
- To aseptically dispense sterile cytotoxic products and other sterile injectables
- To carry out environmental and physical monitoring of the aseptic unit
- Delivery of medication to wards
- Replenishment and maintenance of accurate stock levels of medicines and consumables
- Supply of internal orders using the pharmacy dispensing system
- Receipt and return of clean room clothing
- Answering telephone and dealing with simple queries
- Cleaning and decontamination of isolators and associated clean rooms
We are looking for reliable, conscientious and practical pharmacy assistants to join our friendly and enthusiastic team in the Aseptic Services unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. You will be required to demonstrate an enthusiasm for learning and development and to have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in pharmacy technical services (aseptic production). Due to the critical nature of our work you will have to meet the highest standards of discipline, personal hygiene and attention to detail. You will be required to work at all times within the health and safety guidelines of the department, to follow standard operating procedures and comply with Good Manufacturing (GMP) Standards. Successful candidates will benefit from undertaking a Level 2 NVQ qualification in Pharmacy Services and can progress further onto the Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) Level 3 course if aptitude and enthusiasm for the role is demonstrated., The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.