Senior Pharmacy Technician

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Post Title:

Senior Pharmacy Technician Aseptics

Post Status:

Temporary

Department

Pharmacy

Location:

Beaumont Hospital & Affiliated Sites

Reports to:

Pharmacist Executive Manager or other nominated Officer

Salary:

Appointment will be made on Senior Pharmaceutical Technician (54876- 60673) at a point in line with Government pay policy.

Hours of work:

Full-Time

Closing Date:

12 Noon on 04/02/2026

Please note the hospital reserves the right to close the competition early should a substantial number of applications be received.

Position Summary:

The provision of exceptional patient care in an environment where quality respect caring and compassion are at the centre of all we do.

To develop and participate in Aseptic based Pharmacy services in conjunction with Pharmacy Department staff. The post holder will support the delivery of a high quality Aseptic Compounding Service under the management of the Aseptic Services Manager and Head of Pharmacy.

The post holder will be the Pharmacy Department Technical link between the Aseptic Unit and the remaining Pharmacy Services and Clinical Services taking the lead in

Ordering all items and products related to the Aseptic Compounding Unit

Training new staff into the aseptic compounding systems

Liaising with Senior Pharmaceutical Technicians for Purchasing Clinical Services and Receipt of Goods ensuring the flow of pharmaceuticals from receipt to delivery is co-ordinated in a efficient and cost effective manner

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

Report to and take direction from the Aseptic Services Manager to ensure service levels are maintained and the unit functions appropriately and safely.

To support the Aseptic Compounding Manager in the development of the Aseptic Compounding services

To assist in ensuring that all processes are compliant as per local standards and be actively involved with self-inspections where appropriate.

Participate in the preparation and reconstitution of systemic anticancer therapies (SACT) for Inpatients and Outpatients in accordance with approved procedures.

To support the functioning of the Inpatient Pharmacy or outpatient dispensing where applicable and Pharmacy Stores when necessary to ensure that service levels are optimally maintained.

To contribute to service review performance monitoring professional clinical audit research and development.

Participate in the maintenance of all environmental monitoring and quality assurance systems in order to ensure the continued functioning of the unit under the guidance of the Aseptic Unit Manager. Liaise with external agencies responsible for monitoring quality systems.

To assist the Aseptic Unit Manager to schedule service contracts for equipment used in the Aseptic Unit to ensure that all equipment is fit and maintained for the purpose intended.

To review download and flag any issues relating to temperature monitoring and temperature control of all fridges and freezers.

To ensure efficient safe work processes are in place to maintain patient safety.

To propose and implement policies and new working practices for the Aseptic Compounding Unit.

Assist in ensuring that all standard operating procedures are appropriate and adhered to

To participate in service review processes in order to ensure current practices are appropriate ensure the safe delivery of services and maintain or improve department standards.

To propose changes to working practices that will maximise the potential for efficiency safety and cost reduction.

To encourage and support compliance with the formulary and departmental policies

To help manage and support the safe accurate and timely supply of medicines to wards and other areas as required by managing the medication supply chain in conjunction with Aseptic Compounding Pharmacists porters and other Pharmacy staff where relevant.

To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly enter data accurately from transcription sheets prescription forms and any other prescriptions written by others.

Accurately charge entry in order to support delivery of the department and hospital business goals where applicable.
To be the technical link person between the Aseptic Compounding Unit and other Pharmacy services and to manage calls and requests with respect to SACT and related SACT products training of new staff requisition work flow in conjunction with the Aseptic Compounding Service Pharmacists.
To be able to accurately order medication

Ensure appropriate stock maintenance and appropriate storage to support service delivery.

To assist with the maintenance of stock control on Pharmacy computer systems in conjunction with the Dispensary Pharmacists and Senior Pharmaceutical Technician for Purchasing and Receipt of Goods.

To maintain good stock control and report any stock discrepancies for investigation.

To participate in the daily stock checks as required.

To maintain adequate stock levels of raw materials and accurately identify deficiencies

To communicate effectively and professionally in order to ensure that the service delivered by the department is of the highest quality. This includes attendance at and participation in department meetings.

To pro-actively escalate communications to resolve and improve any workflow issues to ensure all team members are suitably informed. To actively participate in team meetings.

To cover other specialities as and when necessary to the same standard in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures.

To contribute to cover so that holidays and time off can be effectively co-ordinated.

Staff Training

To provide training and advice on Pharmacy Department services to ward nursing and medical staff.

To participate in the induction of new Pharmacy staff as required.

To participate in the training development of training and supervision of Pharmacy Technicians.

To participate in training initiatives in order to support continuing professional development to ensure that knowledge is current and be aware of new developments.

Act as a pharmacy mentor for Pharmaceutical Technicians Intern and Basic Grade Pharmacists when in Aseptic rotation.

To comply with all Hospital and Departmental policies & procedures work safely and efficiently.

To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post on request of the Aseptic Services Manager or Head of Pharmacy.

To contribute to service review.

Health and Safety

Work within Health & Safety Hospital Policies on all matters related to Health & Safety within the Hospital. Be aware of the Health and Safety at Work Act and comply with the regulations set down to ensure safety to patients visitors and colleagues.
Record all accidents and untoward occurrences according to Hospital policy.
Attend fire lectures and fire drills in accordance with the law and to be fully aware of the position of fire alarms emergency equipment and exits.
Ensure compliance to standards in respect of all legislative requirements including Manual Handling Security Infection Control and Standard Precautions.
Adopt the correct administrative procedures when dealing with complaints from patients/relatives following set policies and procedures.
Infection prevention and control is an essential aspect of patient care. All post holders must attend mandatory training in infection prevention and control and be compliant with all measures required by the Hospital.
Post holders must be familiar with the Hospitals Infection Control Policies including those that apply to their duties such as the Hand Hygiene Policy the Uniform Policy (where one exists) and Personal Protective Clothing Policy. Post holders who have clinical responsibilities must incorporate into their clinical activities up-to-date evidence that supports safe infection control practices and procedures for example the use of aseptic techniques and the safe disposal of sharps
In the course of normal work the post holder will come into possession of confidential information concerning patients and staff. This information should be treated confidentially and in accordance with the Data Protection Act and European Union regulations.
The post holder is responsible for ensuring that he/she maintains the integrity and quality of both computerised and manual data

Performance of such other duties appropriate to the post that may from time to time be introduced by the Head of Pharmacy Services.
To perform such other duties appropriate to the office as may from time to time be assigned by the Chief Executive or designated Officer.

This job description is not exhaustive and is intended as a basic guide to the scope of duties. It is subject to regular review and amendment as necessary.

Qualifications

Mandatory

1. Professional Qualifications Experience etc

a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition possess:

(i) The Pharmaceutical Technicians Diploma awarded by the University of Dublin.

(ii) A Pharmacy Technicians qualification at QQI Level 6 awarded by the Dublin Insitiute of Technology Athlone Insitiute of Technology Letterkenny Institute of Technology or Carlow Institute of Technology.

(iii) The Pharmacy Services Cerificate (NVQ Level 3) offered by the Irish Pharmaceutucal Union.

(iv) Be currently employed as a Pharmacy Technician in the publically funded Irish Health Service.

(v) A relevant qualification at least equivalent to (ii) or (iii) above.

And

b) have at least three years fulltime satisfactory post qualification Hospital experience

And

c) Possess the requisite knowledge and ability ( including a high standard of suitability professional knowledge and management ability) for the proper discharge of the office.

2. Age
Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where s/he 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 application forms for the office occurs.

3. Health
Candidates 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 such as would indicate a
reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

4. Character
Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character.

Further Information for Candidates: Supplementary information:
The Hospital
Management Unit:	(Please specify):

Informal Enquiries ONLY to: (Please note NO APPLICATIONS will be accepted via the Informal Enquiries email address)
Name:	Louisa Conlon
Title:	Chief II ACU Manager
Email:

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/ Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointees re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions where relevant will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/ Office/ Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position

Required Experience:

Senior IC

OverviewPost Title: Senior Pharmacy Technician AsepticsPost Status: TemporaryDepartment Pharmacy Location: Beaumont Hospital & Affiliated Sites Reports to: Pharmacist Executive Manager or other nominated OfficerSalary: Appointment will be made on Senior Pharmaceutical Technician (54876- 60673) at a ...