Senior Pharmaceutical Technician-Pharmacy Aseptic Unit (10.039 (2025))

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 27-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Senior Pharmaceutical Technician - Aseptic Unit Training
Reference No: 10.039 (2025)
Department / Directorate: Pharmacy Department / COO Directorate
Reports to: Aseptic Unit Manager or Deputy

Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) is a model 4 voluntary academic teaching hospital partnered with Trinity College and situated in south west Dublin. With a staff of over 4000 people from 63 different countries it provides both acute and tertiary care to an increasing population of circa 800000 people and is a provider of local regional and national specialties. It is also a National Urology Centre the second largest provider of dialysis services in the country Pelvic and Acetabulum National Centre and a designated Trauma Unit.

The Hospital is part of the newly established HSE Dublin & Midlands Region which serves a population of over 1.2 million across seven counties and operates under the governance of an independent Board of Directors who give their time on a voluntary basis. TUH is also supported by the Adelaide Health Foundation the Meath Foundation and Tallaght University Hospital Foundation.

TUH recognises the role it plays in our community both as an employer and provider of healthcare and is committed to building a sustainable future for our region both now and into the future with a focus on patient outcomes.

The Hospital is ambitious recognising that healthcare delivery is undergoing seismic change and will be different now and into the future largely due to digital and technological advances along with research continuing to discover and test new treatment options. TUH wants to be a leader in determining that future. It is a Hospital without Walls always looking to optimise care both within and beyond in line with the Sláintecare vision of providing the right care in the right place at the right time whilst empowering our patients and staff.

TUH Vision and Values
The vision of the Hospital is People Caring for People to Live Better Lives through excellent health outcomes supported by evidenced based practice positive patient and staff experience in an empowering and caring environment. A culture of innovation and quality improvement in everything we do.
Our TUH CARE values for patients their families our community and staff are:

Collaborate together and with our academic and care partners
Achieve our goals positive outcomes and wellbeing
Respect for patients each other and our environment
Equity for patients and staff

At TUH we view our staff as our most valuable asset and every member of the Team is valued equally. We recognise that a skilled satisfied and motivated workforce is a prerequisite to high quality care.
A full overview of TUH is available on us

purpose of the role:
The Senior Pharmaceutical Technician-will participate in the day to day work in the Aseptic addition to this they must supervise the training of all new and existing staff in the pharmacy aseptic unit. They should have experience in training and supervising staff and possess good communication skills. High-level of visual awareness organizational skills and advanced level ICT skills are key to this role.
Please note a panel will be created from this interview for future temporary senior pharmaceutical technician roles within the pharmacy department.

overview of role:
Key Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in the Technician Aseptic Unit Roster.
Participate in the day to day work of the Aseptic Unit under the supervision of the Aseptic Unit Team Leader and the rostered pharmacist.
Carry out duties including aseptic dispensing cytotoxic reconstitution the preparation of Centralised Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) and clinical trials.
Participate in cleaning compounding top-up and other duties as rostered and in accordance with Aseptic Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Work in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and Aseptic Unit SOPs.
Carry out quality control and validation activities in line with GMP as described in the Aseptic Unit SOPs.
Be competent in all Aseptic Unit activities e.g. SOPs error reporting activity stats aseptic technique filing and archiving worksheets staff training spill and extravasation kit supply clinical trials department top up and supplies.
Process prescriptions as defined by the department SOP.
Carry out in-process checks on completion of an accredited checking course.
Assist the Aseptic Unit Manager with the planning and development of the service.
Write develop and supervise relevant SOPs in conjunction with the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Liaise with the Senior Technician (Purchasing) to ensure that drug stock levels meet the Aseptic Units requirements.
Identify and report defects in Aseptic Unit processes proactively to the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects as required.
Participate in audit and service development.
Participate in continuing education and in other such activities consistent with the post.
Lead a professional punctual and dedicated team by example.
Undertake roles as assigned by the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Supervise staff who are rostered in the Aseptic Unit and ensure that work is done in accordance with Aseptic Unit SOPs liaising with the rostered pharmacist and the Aseptic Unit Manager as required.
Ensure that agreed Aseptic Unit projects are progressed when time is available.
Participate in the pharmaceutical service as part of a professional punctual and dedicated team.
Promote and maintain open communications and healthy working relationships.
Maintain the principles of equity accountability and quality of service in daily work.
Complete external training as deemed appropriate by Aseptic Unit Manager.
Participate in the financial management of the drug budget through audit stock -taking and costing exercises as required.
Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Participate in the Weekend Dispensary Service Rosters as required.

Specific Accountability

Co-ordinate new and continuous training for pharmacy aseptic unit staff (pharmaceutical technicians pharmacists and MSc students) cleaning contractors and other hospital staff according to agreed Aseptic Unit procedures and training guidelines.
Oversee aseptic compounding training in line with best practice.
Update and develop training manuals as required.
Liaise with rostered pharmacists technicians and the Aseptic Unit Manager to ensure that all new or rotating staff are trained according to approved Aseptic Unit SOPs.
Ability to analysis error reports and update training manuals if required.
Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Experience training and supervising staff.
Possess good communication skills and experience giving feedback.

Create promote and maintain open communications and healthy working relationships.
Liaise with tutors and students to ensure a high level of teamwork and best practice in mentoring.
Manage the mandatory training of all AU staff.

Create and share activity reports on training activities and participation.
Have a high-level of visual awareness and advanced organizational skills.
Demonstrate advanced level ICT skills
Inform the Aseptic Unit Manager regarding any variations in training and validation reports if required.
Deputize for Aseptic Unit Team Leader in their Absence.

Qualifications & Experience required
Must have:

1) Possess the Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma awarded by the University of Dublin

2) Possess a Pharmacy Technicians qualification at QQI Level 6 awarded by the Dublin Institute of Technology Athlone Institute of Technology Letterkenny Institute of Technology or Carlow Institute of Technology

3) Possess the Pharmacy Services Certificate (NVQ 3) offered by the Irish Pharmaceutical Union

Are currently employed as a Pharmacy Technician in the publicly funded health service

Possess a relevant qualification at least equivalent to 1 & 2 above

And

Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability professional knowledge and ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office
Have at least three years satisfactory post-qualification hospital or equivalent experience

Desirable

Recent Aseptic Compounding Unit experience.

Reward & Recognition

Remuneration is in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales grade code 3021.
The appointment is temporary (specified purpose contract to cover maternity leave) whole time and pensionable. A panel maybe formed for furture temporary positions.

The annual leave entitlement is 29 working days per year. The leave year runs from 1st April to the 31st of March each year.

Normal working hours are 35 worked over 5 days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 7am to 8 pm over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement.

Application process
Applications can be submitted on-line at by completing the application form and attaching your CV. Candidates should be aware that when applying for a post through the On-Line Application System (Candidate Manager) they will receive an automated replying acknowledging receipt of their application. Should you for any reason not receive thisautomated acknowledgement you should notify the Human Resources Department before the closing date otherwise your application will not be considered.
All candidates should note that in order to maintain a timely process the closing date and time for receipt of applications will be strictly adhered to.
Informal Enquiries to: Louise Byrne Pharmacy Aseptic Unit Manager
Telephone (01)or email
Or
Claire Willison Deputy Aseptic Unit Manager
Closing Date: Before close of business on: 7th November 2025

TUH Core Competencies:

Core Area	Competency	Level
Managing the service	Quality & Safety of Service	2
Managing the service	Delivery of Results	2
Managing Change	Problem Solving & Decision Making	2
Managing Change	Communications & Influencing	2
Managing Yourself	Team player	2
Managing Yourself	Planning and Organising	2
Managing People	People Management	2
Managing People	Leadership	2

Please go to for details of the core competencies
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION

Age Restrictions In Relation To Applications
Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant
(within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004).
A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day
of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed applications for the office occurs.

Health
A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Garda Vetting
Garda vetting is sought for all employees and prospective employees of Tallaght University Hospital. Given the specialised nature of the services provided your appointment will be subject to satisfactory Garda vetting and re-vetting in circumstances where the Hospital deems it appropriate. The Hospital will then process the necessary documentation to endeavour to obtain the satisfactory Garda clearance for you. You are obliged to disclose previous and any criminal convictions acquitted during the course of your employment. Should the Hospital obtain information from the Garda vetting unit to indicate that your Garda clearance report is not satisfactory and / or if you have supplied the Hospital with false or misleading information in relation to your Garda clearance status the Hospital reserves the right to withdraw or terminate the contract in accordance with Tallaght University Hospital Garda vetting policy.

Point on Salary Scale
New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service local authorities health service and other public service bodies and statutory agencies.

Probation
The probationary period may be extended at the Hospitals discretion but will not in any case exceed 9 months. Confirmation of your appointment as a permanent member of staff is subject to the successful completion of the probation period. Termination of this agreement within the probationary period shall be at the discretion of the Hospital in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act 1973 - 2001.

Termination of Employment
The employment may be terminated at any time by one months notice on either side except where circumstances are dictated by the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act 1973/91. The Managements right under this paragraph shall not be exercised save in circumstances where the Management is of the opinion that the holder of the office has failed to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post or has misconducted himself/herself in relation to the post or is otherwise unfit to hold the appointment.

Sick Leave

There is provision for sick pay at the Hospitals discretion subject to the regulations and details found in the Staff Handbook/ Personnel Policy Manual as per the Hospitals sick leave policy.
In the event of absence from work you are required to contact your Manager/Supervisor within one hour of starting time on the first day of absence while a Medical Certificate is required for any illness lasting in excess of two days. Failure to comply with the sick leave policy may result in a loss of pay for the period of absence and may also incur disciplinary action.

Information Technology & data

Make the most effective and efficient use of developments in information technology for both patient care and administrative support in a manner which integrates well with systems throughout the organisation.
Collect interpret and present data and information on the Departments activities staffing and expenditure as required.

Pension Arrangements and Retirement age
There are three superannuation schemes currently in operation for staff in Tallaght University Hospital:
(a) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant)
(b) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant)
(c) Single Public Service Pension Scheme
Please read carefully the summary of the criteria for the three superannuation schemes below. This will assist you in identifying which scheme membership is applicable to your employment circumstances.
(a) If you have been continually employed in the public service prior to the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 60 and a Maximum Retirement Age of 65.
(b) If you have been continually employed in the public service post the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 65. There is no Maximum Retirement Age.
(c) If you have commenced employment in the public service as a new entrant or you are a former public servant returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from the 1st January 2013 with a minimum retirement age of 66 (rising to 67 and 68 in line with state pension changes). The maximum retirement age under this scheme will be age 70.

Health & Safety

All employees must comply with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Comply with relevant Health and Safety responsibilities as outlined in Hospital Polices Protocols and Procedures relevant to your area.
Take reasonable care to protect your own safety health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.

Hygiene / Infection prevention and control

All employees have responsibility for Hygiene awareness. Hygiene is defined as The practice that serves to keep people and environments clean and prevent infection.
All employees also have a responsibility under their terms of employment to prevent transmission of infection and to follow the hospital infection control policies and guidelines as outlined in the Infection Control Manual.
All employees must be aware that they work in an area where there is potential for transmission of infection.
All employees have a responsibility to follow hand hygiene guidelines as this is the single most important intervention to prevent the transmission of infection.

Quality safety and risk management

Support the delivery of the Quality Safety and Risk Management Programme including the appropriate identification and management of risks and incidents throughout the hospital.

Data Management

Ensure compliance with the obligations required by the Data Protection Act 2018.

Confidentiality
You will be aware of the confidential nature of Hospital work and in particular the right of patients to confidentiality. To this end you will not discuss workings of the Hospital or its patients or disclose any information of a confidential nature except as required to do so in the course of your work. No records documents or property of the Hospital may be removed from the premises of the Hospital without prior authorisation. You must return to the Hospital upon request and in any event upon the termination of your employment all documents or other property of the Hospital which are in your possession or under your control.

Mandated and Designated Persons under Children First Act 2015
Schedule 2 of the Children First Act 2015 specifies the classes of persons defined as Mandated Persons for the purposes of the Act. This includes a range of disciplines that are employed by the hospital including all medical practitioners registered nurses physiotherapists psychologists social workers and others. This includes staff working in adult services. All mandated persons have two main legal obligations under the Children First Act 2015. Mandated persons under the legislation are required to report any knowledge belief or reasonable suspicion that a child has been harmed is being harmed or is at risk of being harmed. The Act defines harm as assault ill-treatment neglect or sexual abuse and covers single and multiple instances. Mandated persons are also required to assist Tusla if requested in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report. Designated Officer are required to receive reports of suspected child abuse or neglect from any person who is of the opinion that (a) a child has been or is being assaulted ill-treated neglected or sexually abused or (b) a childs health development or welfare has been or is being avoidably impaired or neglected. Full detailed list of mandated and designated staff together with details of their roles and responsibilities can be found on It is the responsibility of all staff employed by TUH to be aware of their roles and responsibilities under the legislation and to complete mandatory Children First Training.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job Title: Senior Pharmaceutical Technician - Aseptic Unit Training Reference No: 10.039 (2025) Department / Directorate: Pharmacy Department / COO DirectorateReports to: Aseptic Unit Manager or DeputyTallaght University Hospit...

Collaborate together and with our academic and care partners
Achieve our goals positive outcomes and wellbeing
Respect for patients each other and our environment
Equity for patients and staff

Participate in the Technician Aseptic Unit Roster.
Participate in the day to day work of the Aseptic Unit under the supervision of the Aseptic Unit Team Leader and the rostered pharmacist.
Carry out duties including aseptic dispensing cytotoxic reconstitution the preparation of Centralised Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) and clinical trials.
Participate in cleaning compounding top-up and other duties as rostered and in accordance with Aseptic Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Work in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and Aseptic Unit SOPs.
Carry out quality control and validation activities in line with GMP as described in the Aseptic Unit SOPs.
Be competent in all Aseptic Unit activities e.g. SOPs error reporting activity stats aseptic technique filing and archiving worksheets staff training spill and extravasation kit supply clinical trials department top up and supplies.
Process prescriptions as defined by the department SOP.
Carry out in-process checks on completion of an accredited checking course.
Assist the Aseptic Unit Manager with the planning and development of the service.
Write develop and supervise relevant SOPs in conjunction with the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Liaise with the Senior Technician (Purchasing) to ensure that drug stock levels meet the Aseptic Units requirements.
Identify and report defects in Aseptic Unit processes proactively to the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects as required.
Participate in audit and service development.
Participate in continuing education and in other such activities consistent with the post.
Lead a professional punctual and dedicated team by example.
Undertake roles as assigned by the Aseptic Unit Manager.
Supervise staff who are rostered in the Aseptic Unit and ensure that work is done in accordance with Aseptic Unit SOPs liaising with the rostered pharmacist and the Aseptic Unit Manager as required.
Ensure that agreed Aseptic Unit projects are progressed when time is available.
Participate in the pharmaceutical service as part of a professional punctual and dedicated team.
Promote and maintain open communications and healthy working relationships.
Maintain the principles of equity accountability and quality of service in daily work.
Complete external training as deemed appropriate by Aseptic Unit Manager.
Participate in the financial management of the drug budget through audit stock -taking and costing exercises as required.
Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Participate in the Weekend Dispensary Service Rosters as required.