Job Summary
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) is a tertiary referral Cancer Centre with five outpatient day case units, four inpatient wards and many outpatient clinics. We are looking for a highly motivated and organised Senior Clinical Pharmacy Assistant to join our Cancer Services Clinical Pharmacy team. This pivotal role supports the operational delivery of cancer pharmacy services, particularly coordinating Systemic Anti‑Cancer Therapy (SACT) activity and ensuring safe, efficient, and patient‑centred care through the coordination of clinical workflows and robust administrative processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high‑quality assistant pharmaceutical support to clinical pharmacy teams within cancer services.
* Act as a liaison administrator for SACT day units, supporting the scheduling and coordination of treatment.
* Support day‑to‑day operational delivery of the service by coordinating clinical activity across multiple teams.
* Work closely with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nursing staff, cancer teams, and wider clinical services.
* Assist in managing patient pathways, ensuring timely and efficient progression through treatment.
* Contribute to the organisation and optimisation of treatment scheduling, supporting service capacity and flow.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation and data systems.
* Ensure all work is undertaken with strict confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for an individual who is:
* Highly organised with strong administrative and coordination skills.
* Has a level 2 Pharmacy qualification and is experienced in working within a pharmacy, healthcare, or clinical environment.
* Confident working in a multidisciplinary team setting.
* Able to prioritise workload in a fast‑paced, dynamic service.
* An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
* Committed to maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
* Proficient in IT systems and data management.
Previous experience in cancer services, SACT services, or hospital pharmacy would be advantageous but is not essential.
Essential Qualifications
* GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English (or equivalent).
* NVQ level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF), BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science, or Accredited Dispensing Assistants Course (NPA).
Desirable Qualifications
* Post NVQ level 2 qualification developmental experience of a range of dispensing with formal training and annual revalidated accreditation as a dispenser.
* Understanding of pharmacy related computer systems.
* Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, manual handling and COSHH.
* Understanding of dispensing, stock control and supply systems and processes.
* Knowledge of stock control systems.
* Knowledge of code of practice/customer care.
* Understanding of the need to deliver a cost effective service and the required work practices to reduce waste.
Essential Experience
* Previous experience within a Hospital Pharmacy setting.
* Experience in staff training.
* Working Knowledge of pharmacy systems.
* Knowledge of drugs, side effects & where to find further information.
* Experience supporting clinical teams or multidisciplinary working.
* Awareness of cancer treatment pathways or aseptic services.
Contract Details
Pay scheme: £25,760 to £27,476 a year. Contract: Fixed term, 12 months. Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working. Reference number: 304-1099724. Location: Trustwide, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH, United Kingdom.
Closing Date
14 June 2026.
#J-18808-Ljbffr