Job Title : Pharmacy Technician - Cancer Services
Salary: Band 5
Location: 22 Devonshire Place, London W1G 6BW
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Role
We are currently looking to recruit a Pharmacy Technician - Cancer Services to support the provision of pharmacy services within our Duchess of Devonshire Wing (DDW). This is a key role supporting safe, effective and efficient dispensing of oral chemotherapy and supportive medications for our cancer services, with responsibility for dispensary stock management and clinical trials support. You will also participate in quality improvement initiatives and play a key part in developing the service.
About Us
Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with eight state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. As a charity, we reinvest in cutting-edge treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit our patients, staff, and the wider community.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, from complex medical and surgical procedures to specialist cancer care. The London Clinic is known for its supportive, collaborative culture where every contribution is valued, guided by our core values: We go further, We work as one, We personalise care.
Key Duties
Dispense prescriptions accurately and efficiently, referring issues outside own remit appropriately.
Manage and dispense stock of oral chemotherapy and ready-to-administer systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT).
Participate in Clinical Trials Pharmacy: handle, store, label and dispense Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) and maintain accurate trial documentation.
Ensure good medicines management: stock rotation, storage, handling, and expiry date checks.
Participate in quality improvement and stock usage review projects.
Provide basic drug information and issue dispensed items to patients with appropriate advice.
Work with the supervising pharmacist and Aseptic Services Management team to ensure smooth operation of the dispensary and clinical trials service.
Train and supervise junior staff, including pharmacy assistants and trainees.
Assist in procurement activities, ordering, and receiving stock and sundries.
Provide dispensary support at the main site and participate in the Bank Holiday and Weekend rotas as required.
Skills and Experience
GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Services or BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Experience in UK hospital pharmacy
Experience in stock management, discrepancy investigations, and effective communication with stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office and pharmacy systems
Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritise and adapt to changing work patterns
Desirable: ACT accreditation, GCP training, experience with Meditech and Mosaiq, clinical trial knowledge
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:
Private Medical Insurance
Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Travel season ticket loan
Family friendly benefits
A range of retail discounts
Excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
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