University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Assistant Technical Officer
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Job Opportunity: Senior Assistant Technical Officer at University Hospitals Sussex
We’re looking for an organised and proactive team player to join our Pharmacy Dispensary team at University Hospitals Sussex. As a Senior Assistant Technical Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring patients receive their medicines safely, efficiently and on time — while helping the NHS reduce waste through our new return and recycle medicines initiative.
The position will be on a Fixed Term/Secondment basis for 12 months.
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval, you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
About You
We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a genuine commitment to teamwork and patient care. You should enjoy problem-solving, be confident using IT systems, and take pride in improving processes.
In return, you’ll join a friendly, forward-thinking pharmacy team where “better never stops.” You’ll receive full training, opportunities to develop, and the chance to contribute to meaningful improvement projects that make a real difference to patients, the NHS, and the planet.
The Role
As a Senior Assistant Technical Officer, you’ll help ensure the safe, efficient and accurate supply of medicines to patients across the hospital. You’ll supervise day-to-day dispensary workflow, support and train junior staff, and maintain high standards of safety and service.
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A key part of the role will be leading the return and recycle of medicines — identifying items suitable for reuse, reducing waste and supporting the Trust’s sustainability goals. You’ll also manage stock levels, process prescriptions using electronic systems, and respond to queries from patients and clinical staff.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, accurate and a great communicator, with a strong commitment to teamwork and patient care. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, support innovation, and make a real difference to both patients and the environment.
About Us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
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As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Nick Hawkins
Job title: Pharmacy Receipt & Distribution Manager
Email address: nick.hawkins1@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01273 6963494
Nick Hawkins
Pharmacy Receipt & Distribution Manager
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Hospitals Trust (RSCH & PRH)
01273-696955 Ext 63494 (RSCH)
01444-441881 Ext 68425 (PRH)
My typical working week hours are:
- Monday 7.30am-5pm (BGH Site)
- Tues/Thursday's 8am-5.30pm (RSCH Site)
- Weds 8am-5.30pm (PRH Site)
Alex Hand
Pharmacy Technician Team Lead - Operations
Worthing, Southlands and St Richard’s Hospitals
Website: www.uhsussex.nhs.uk
Email: alexandra.hand1@nhs.net
Monday, Thursday and Friday Tel: 01243 788 122 Ext: 33342
Tuesday and Wednesday Tel: 01903 205 111 Ext: 86340
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