Advanced Pharmacy Support Worker | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,485.00 - £30,162.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 24 July 2025 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7300677/188-CL100625 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Join our team at the University Hospital Southampton as an Advanced Pharmacy Support Worker, where you'll play a vital role in assisting with the smooth operation of our oncology pharmacy. You will work as part of the oncology pharmacy team to assemble, manufacture and delivery oncology medication to our patients.
We're looking for individuals with a keen eye for detail, who can thrive in a busy environment and who has excellent communication skills.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
The post will involve working in our aseptic suite as part of a team of experienced technicians and support workers. Your main duties will include:
Passing and continuing to maintain required spray/wipe and broth validations
Accurately and safely manufacturing treatments using aseptic technique, (including novel and clinical trial medicines) following standard operating procedures
To under go training to become a Science Manufacturing Technician and to become an Accredited PIPC checker.
Taking responsibility for the completion of daily documentation as required for an aseptic unit
This advert closes on Tuesday 8 Jul 2025