Job summary
- Main area
- Technical Officer (Radiopharmacy)
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (7:30 to 15:30)
- Job ref
- 318-25-T0560
- Employer
- Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Cheltenham General Hospital
- Town
- Cheltenham
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 (pro rata if part time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/08/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 22/08/2025
Employer heading
Technical Officer- (Radiopharmacy), Band 4
Band 4
At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the largest employer in the county, we’re proud to provide outstanding acute, elective, and specialist services to over 650,000 people across our county. Whether you’re just beginning your NHS journey or taking the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in innovation, research, and transformation, with over 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our two district hospitals.
You can expect a welcoming and supportive culture and you’ll be supported by passionate colleagues who care deeply about teamwork, development, and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring, and leadership opportunities to help you grow in your career. Gloucestershire has the perfect mix of culture, countryside, and community. With excellent schools, transport links, and access to award-winning green spaces, it’s a great place to live and work.
We value the diversity of our workforce and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.
Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.
Job overview
It is an exciting time in Radiopharmacy at Cheltenham General Hospital, as we have financial backing to be able to restructure and expand the Radiopharmacy team.
Working hours Monday to Friday 0730-1530 hours
The Radiopharmacy is part of the wider Nuclear Medicine team. This is an interesting and varied role providing support to the day-to-day operations of the Radiopharmacy, providing pharmaceuticals to Nuclear Medicine imaging departments.
The proposed interview date is: 22nd August
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the team and support the existing staff within the Radiopharmacy and Nuclear Medicine Therapy.
The post holder will be required to work in an aseptic clean room with pharmaceutical isolators, following Standard Operating Procedures according to current Good Manufacturing Practices. The post holder will also be required to assist in the resetting of Iodine Treatment rooms.
Applications are welcomed from candidates with a Pharmacy, or Nuclear Medicine background who possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
Working for our organisation
Nuclear Medicine is one of four departments within the Medical Physics department and there are strong links and support provided by the other Heads of Department and their respective staff. The Medical Physics Department is a strong advocate for staff training and development
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to improving patient services providing Best Care for Everyone. We can offer accommodation for newly appointed staff. Gloucestershire is a pleasant place to live with easy access to the lively towns of Cheltenham and Gloucester, the Cotswold countryside, South Wales and good travel links to other parts of the UK.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Job purpose is:
To carry out a range of technical and clerical tasks, including
- Dispensing, labelling, packing and QC of radiopharmaceuticals
- Cleaning of the Radiopharmacy suite, including specialist equipment
- Monitoring of the environment using physical and microbiological methods
- Contributing to the Radiopharmacy Quality Assurance system to ensure the smooth running of the Radiopharmacy.
- Support for Nuclear Medicine Therapy
- The Post Holder will be required:
- To use a range of radiopharmacy equipment safely and carry out all activities in accordance with the unit's standard operating procedures.
- To comply with Ionising Radiation Regulation 2017 (IRR17), Quality assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services (QAAPS) and Environmental Permitting Regulation 2016 (EPR)
- To be designated a Radiation Classified Worker.
We are a supportive, diverse department that values and develops our employees and aims to provide a high-quality service.
PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 5 GCSEs Grade 5 and above, including Grade 6 and above for Maths and English Language or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- NVQ level 3 Pharmaceutical Services or SMPO Apprenticeship
- Pre and in-process checking (PIPC) qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Pharmacy or Aseptic working experience
Desirable criteria
- Working in a Radiation Controlled area
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Good Manufacturing Practice with attention to detail
- Manual dexterity for handling heavy syringe shields, lead pots etc behind a protective shield
- IT skills: Use Microsoft Office
Desirable criteria
- IT skills: Use of CRIS
- Knowledge of Pharmacy Quality Systems
- Knowledge of Radiation Protection Legislation
- Knowledge of Microbiology
- Stock Management
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Work constructively and effectively as a member of a team
- Ability to work on own initiative within competencies achieved
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kirsty Higgins
- Job title
- Radiopharmacy Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 422 4026
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