Medicines Management Pharmacy Assistant

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is recruiting a Medicines Management Pharmacy Assistant to support dispensing and medicine supply for ward and clinical areas within the Macmillan Cancer Centre.

The successful candidate will have hospital or community pharmacy experience, be self-motivated, and ready to develop professionally in a supportive, patient-focused team.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent.
• Previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide dispensing services and assist with the supply of medicines to support ward-based clinical services.
• Help ensure a streamlined workflow and meet key performance targets.
• Support the provision of hospital pharmacy services on the wards and in clinical areas.

Skills

Dispensing support

Supply of medicines

Independent worker

Self-motivation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services

Job description

Looking for a new challenge? An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join the Cancer Services pharmacy team at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as we expand our technical workforce.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Medicines Management Pharmacy Assistant to support us in the delivery of excellent hospital pharmacy services.

Applications will only be considered from individuals who have the legal right to work in the UK. As this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the UK Sponsorship requirements, we are unable to sponsor applicants.

This is an opportunity to join our friendly, committed team working in a support role. This role will be integral in supporting the provision of clinical services to patients on the wards and in clinical areas within the Macmillan Cancer Centre. As part of this role, you will be providing dispensing services, together with assisting with the supply of medicines to help facilitate a streamlined workflow ensuring key performance targets are met.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional development. The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently. A flexible and adaptable approach to work and a commitment to self-development is essential.

If you are interested in this post, you will need previous experience of working in either a hospital or community pharmacy and have a minimum of NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jonathan Hunns Job title: Deputy Lead Pharmacy Technician - Cancer Services Email address: [e-mail]

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit to the department, please contact: Jonathan Hunns [e-mail]