Technical Officer

Transformationunitgm; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Cheltenham seeks a Technical Officer (Radiopharmacy) to support day-to-day operations. This full-time position involves dispensing radiopharmaceuticals and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications, attention to detail, and a commitment to inclusivity. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,485 - £30,162, flexible working, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Access to on-site nurseries

Local discounts

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have Pharmacy or Aseptic working experience.
• Experience working in a Radiation Controlled area.

Responsibilities

• Dispense, label, pack, and perform QC of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Clean the Radiopharmacy suite and specialist equipment.
• Monitor the environment using physical and microbiological methods.
• Contribute to the Radiopharmacy Quality Assurance system.

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practice

Manual dexterity

IT skills

Knowledge of Radiation Protection Legislation

Knowledge of Microbiology

Stock Management

Education

5 GCSEs Grade 5 and above

NVQ level 3 Pharmaceutical Services

Pre and in-process checking (PIPC) qualification

Job description

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 318-26-T0021

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 29/01/2026 23:59

Technical Officer- (Radiopharmacy), Band 4

Band 4

At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.

With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.

We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on‑site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

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.

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:

• 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

• 5 GCSEs Grade 5 and above, including Grade 6 and above for Maths and English Language or equivalent
• NVQ level 3 Pharmaceutical Services or SMPO Apprenticeship
• Pre and in-process checking (PIPC) qualification

Experience

• Pharmacy or Aseptic working experience
• Working in a Radiation Controlled area

Knowledge & Skills

• Good Manufacturing Practice with attention to detail
• Manual dexterity for handling heavy syringe shields, lead pots etc behind a protective shield
• IT skills: Use of CRIS
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Quality Systems
• Knowledge of Radiation Protection Legislation
• Knowledge of Microbiology
• Stock Management

Personal Attributes

• Work constructively and effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to work on own initiative within competencies achieved

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.