Pharmacy Technician - Preparative Services

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join the West of Scotland Cancer Centre Pharmacy Team on a 12-month secondment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-risk aseptic medicines, including chemotherapy, CIVAS and clinical trial products, within GMP-compliant cleanroom and isolator environments.
• Perform final accuracy and in-process checks, ensuring aseptically prepared products meet all quality, safety and regulatory standards prior to release.
• Maintain and monitor cleanroom quality systems, including environmental monitoring, equipment checks, cleaning activities and GMP documentation.
• Investigate, document and report deviations, incidents and quality concerns and support continuous improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Contribute to the dispensing, supply and stock management of medicines used within specialist cancer services and support the training, mentoring and competency assessment of pharmacy staff.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy and multidisciplinary colleagues to support efficient service delivery and high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completion of a current GPhC-approved competency and knowledge-based qualification, such as S/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and NC Pharmaceutical Sciences, together with the required period of work-based experience.
• A recognised and accredited Final Accuracy Checking qualification.
• Experience of supervising, training or mentoring staff.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in spoken English.
• Commitment to ongoing training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Experience of interacting with people in a variety of situations.
• Ability to work to established procedures and standards.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload using own initiative.
• Experience of stock management and inventory control.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and flexible approach to service delivery.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of training, mentoring or supervising staff.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completion of a current GPhC-approved competency and knowledge-based qualification, such as S/NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services and NC Pharmaceutical Sciences, together with the required period of work-based experience.
• A recognised and accredited Final Accuracy Checking qualification.
• Experience of supervising, training or mentoring staff.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in spoken English.
• Commitment to ongoing training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Experience of interacting with people in a variety of situations.
• Ability to work to established procedures and standards.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload using own initiative.
• Experience of stock management and inventory control.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and flexible approach to service delivery.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of training, mentoring or supervising staff.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Desirable

• HNC Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
• A1 Assessor Qualification or equivalent.
• Professional Development Award (PDA).
• Experience demonstrating leadership and managerial responsibilities.

What We Offer

• A wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
• As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses.
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.
• Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our website and follow the instructions provided.