Pharmacy Chemo Coordinator | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS teaching trust in Oxford is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Cancer Pharmacy Team. In this administrative role, you'll ensure the availability of chemotherapy drugs, liaising with healthcare professionals and coordinating timely treatment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Join the team to help uphold high standards of patient care and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated individual.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to liaise effectively with clinicians and pharmacists.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the screening and delivery of chemotherapy and support medications.
• Respond to patients' queries promptly.
• Liaise with doctors and pharmacists to ensure timely prescriptions.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Tools

EPR

ARIA

Job description

Are you looking for a career where you can really make a difference and learn valuable new skills? Our administrative staff provide essential support to clinical teams, striving to ensure the patients’ experience meets high standards. We value the contribution of administrative staff and invest in training and development to equip our staff with the right skills and knowledge.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Cancer Pharmacy Team. This pivotal role involves ensuring the timely availability of chemotherapy drugs for patient treatment. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role requires liaising between pharmacists, clinicians, and drug suppliers. The position demands high organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. If you wish to contribute positively to patient care, we would like to hear from you.

As part of the Pharmacy team, you will provide comprehensive administrative support using our software packages, including EPR and ARIA, to ensure timely chemotherapy delivery. You will coordinate with clinicians and pharmacists to ensure prescriptions are updated and signed off promptly. The role may involve covering for team members during leave or sick days, potentially across different sites.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country, providing a wide range of clinical services and serving as a base for medical education, training, and research. The Trust includes four hospitals: John Radcliffe, Churchill, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and Horton General Hospital.

Our values—compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence—define the quality of care we provide and our professional relationships. We are committed to a safe, respectful hiring environment and promote zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behavior, aligning with NHS England’s sexual safety charter.

If you want to make a difference, join our team and help uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Use electronic software (e.g., ARIA, electronic patient records) to coordinate the screening and delivery of chemotherapy and support medications, ensuring prescriptions are processed timely and in line with treatment schedules.
2. Respond to patients’ queries professionally and promptly, maintaining composure when dealing with distressed patients and relatives.
3. Liaise proactively with doctors and pharmacists to ensure all chemotherapy is prescribed and screened within timelines and guidelines.
4. Coordinate daily with pharmacists, technician teams, and external providers to ensure efficient service delivery.
5. Work with pharmacy, DTU staff, and external providers to minimize wastage.
6. Attend meetings to stay informed about medication needs and follow-up actions.
7. Support pharmacy with database management and audits.
8. Understand and participate in the implementation of department policies and service development.
9. Comply with data protection legislation and confidentiality requirements.
10. Maintain strong working relationships across sites and with external providers.
11. Participate in cover arrangements for Pharmacy Chemo Coordinator and potentially work at another site.

This vacancy closes on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.