Senior Cancer Services Aseptic Pharmacy Assistant

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS Trust in Bedford is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant specializing in Oncology. The role involves providing organizational support, accurately dispensing chemotherapy, monitoring medication, and contributing to patient care. Ideal candidates will have previous pharmacy experience and a commitment to excellence in customer care. The position requires meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Flexible working hours are available along with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a pharmacy.
• Experience using computer systems.
• Experience of clinical administrative work.
• Experience working in Hospital pharmacy Aseptics.
• Experience working in a team.
• Previous interest/experience in cancer services.

Responsibilities

• To carry out assistant pharmaceutical duties and provide support to senior colleagues.
• To dispense outsourced parenteral chemotherapy treatment accurately.
• To monitor storage and expiry dates of chemotherapy drugs.
• To update patient details within the daily pharmacy aseptic diary management system.
• To participate in dispensary late evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Skills

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Excellent organisational skills

Methodical, excellent attention to detail

Ability to work as part of a team

Good interpersonal skills

Shows initiative

Calm and able to work under pressure

Time management skills and prioritisation skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English & Maths

Vocational qualification in IT skills

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Pharmacy JAC computer system

Oncology prescribing computer system

Job description

A regional NHS Trust in Bedford is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Assistant specializing in Oncology. The role involves providing organizational support, accurately dispensing chemotherapy, monitoring medication, and contributing to patient care. Ideal candidates will have previous pharmacy experience and a commitment to excellence in customer care. The position requires meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Flexible working hours are available along with a competitive salary.