Specialist Medicines Optimisation Technician – Cancer Services


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Swindon, SN3 6BB
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

The post holder will support the day-to-day delivery of medicines optimisation services within Cancer Services and contribute to service improvement, governance, training and quality initiatives. You will also assist with the supervision and development of pharmacy technicians, support staff and trainees, helping to maintain high professional and clinical standards across the service. Participation in dispensary services, maintenance of Accredited Checking Technician competencies (where applicable), and involvement in weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas will be required in line with departmental needs. Key responsibilities include: Delivering medicines optimisation services to oncology and haematology patients. Undertaking medicines reconciliation, medication history taking and assessment of patients' own medicines. Providing patient counselling and medicines education, including support for patients receiving oral SACT following competency assessment. Supporting timely discharge planning and continuity of medicines supply. Contributing to audit, governance, quality improvement and service development activities. Supporting the supervision, training and development of pharmacy technicians, support staff and trainees. Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient care. Participating in dispensary, weekend, evening and bank holiday services as required. Why Join Us? This fixed-term maternity cover role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician to develop specialist knowledge and skills within Cancer Services, gain valuable oncology and haematology experience, and work within a supportive and innovative pharmacy team dedicated to improving outcomes for patients. Please refer to the complete Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

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