At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and dispense aseptic medicines in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Company: Join Northampton General Hospital's innovative pharmacy team.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
- Other info: Supportive team atmosphere with a focus on quality and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Qualified Pharmacy Technician or Science Manufacturing Technician with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 30414 - 36989 £ per year.
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). 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the preparation and dispensing of aseptic medicines (patient-specific and batch production)
- Undertake final checking and release of aseptically prepared products (once competent)
- Work within cleanroom and isolator environments, following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Coordinate day-to-day workload within the Aseptic Unit to ensure timely delivery of treatments
- Support cost improvement initiatives, data analysis, and reporting of key performance metrics
- Manage charging processes for external customers and resolve invoice queries
- Contribute to quality systems, audits, and service improvement initiatives
- Support training and supervision of junior staff where required
This role combines technical aseptic services work with administrative and analytical responsibilities, offering a varied and rewarding position.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Pharmacy Technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), or Science Manufacturing Technician qualification, or relevant degree in pharmaceutical science or related field
- Professional registration with GPhC, Science Council or RPS
- Knowledge and experience of aseptic preparation and GMP
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication, organisation, and IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in hospital aseptic services
- Experience in final checking and releasing products
- Experience with quality systems, audits, or CAPA processes
- Experience supervising or training staff
- Knowledge of electronic quality management systems (EQMS)
Why Apply?
- Work within a specialist aseptic and cancer services environment
- Gain experience in licensed pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Opportunity to develop skills in quality systems, data analysis, and service improvement
- Be part of a supportive multidisciplinary pharmacy team
- Contribute directly to patient safety and treatment delivery
Specialist Pharmacy Technician / Science Manufacturing Technician employer: Flexzo
Join Northampton General Hospital, part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group, where you will be an integral part of a dedicated team in a specialist aseptic services environment. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development, with opportunities to enhance your skills in quality systems and data analysis while directly contributing to patient safety. Enjoy the benefits of working in a dynamic healthcare setting that values collaboration and innovation.
