Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Pharmacy Technician - Clinical Trials
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Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the new Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at Glan Clwyd Hospital as a Clinical Trials Pharmacy Technician. Working within a supportive and forward-thinking team, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused service supporting innovative research across North Wales.
The role will involve working closely with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and research teams, supporting clinical trials across a range of specialties including oncology and haematology. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills in clinical trials and build experience within a growing and evolving service.
Main duties of the job
You will support the day-to-day delivery of the clinical trials pharmacy service, including:
- Dispensing and checking clinical trial prescriptions
- Maintaining accurate records
- Ensuring the safe storage and handling of investigational medicinal products in line with Good Clinical Practice and departmental procedures
- Assisting with ordering, stock control, temperature monitoring, and maintenance of trial documentation, ensuring all records meet regulatory requirements
The role requires strong attention to detail, good organisational skills, and the ability to manage workload in a busy environment. You will work both independently and as part of a team, communicating effectively with pharmacy, clinical, and research staff. You will also contribute to training, service improvement, and audit activities, with support to develop your skills and knowledge within this specialist area.
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Please note that this post includes participation in a weekend and public holiday rota to support the wider Pharmacy service.
Working for our organisation
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.
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The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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Person specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Registered pharmacy professional with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- BTEC in pharmaceutical sciences
- NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical sciences with recognised underpinning knowledge course, or equivalent, recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council for registration as a Pharmacy Technician
- Maintain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
- Accredited Checking Pharmacy Technician and/or Medicines Management qualification
- Experience of working within a pharmacy – including a variety of different aspects e.g. dispensary, ward top ups, aseptics and stores
- Adhere to legislation-Good Clinical Practice (GCP) on a day to day basis
Desirable criteria
- Accredited accuracy checking technician in primary care or willing to undertake
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven track record in Pharmacy
Desirable criteria
- Experience of staff supervision
- Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy
Values
Essential Criteria
- Well motivated, reliable, methodical
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Enthusiasm for training
- Committed to self study and development
Desirable criteria
- Understanding and responsive to patient needs
Skills & Attributes
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of current medicines legislation
- Ability to prioritise own workload effectively
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
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