Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as an Oncology Pharmacy Technician!

Location: Springfield Hospital, Chelmsford

Employment Type: Full Time, 37.5 Hours

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of healthcare? We have an exciting opportunity for an Oncology Pharmacy Technician to join our dedicated team at Springfield Hospital. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing specialist pharmacy support to our Oncology and Haematology inpatients and outpatients, ensuring the smooth operation of our pharmacy services.

Your Responsibilities

As an Oncology Pharmacy Technician, you will:

• Take medication histories and complete medicines reconciliation at admission and discharge.
• Counsel patients and their carers on medications, providing clear advice and support tools for understanding and adherence.
• Collaborate with pharmacists to prepare informative materials for patients about their medicines.
• Conduct final accuracy checks of dispensed medicines in both the Oncology/Haematology and main dispensaries.
• Support the pharmacy homecare team in managing oncology and haematology patients receiving treatment via homecare services.

Where You'll Be Based

Our hospital is conveniently located on the outskirts of Chelmsford, with ample free parking available. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality healthcare to a diverse range of patients, including those self-funding treatment, insured patients, and NHS patients exercising choice through the e-referral system.

What You'll Bring

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Registration as a pharmacy technician with the GPhC.
• NVQ3 / BTEC in Pharmacy Services.
• ACPT qualification.
• Familiarity with EPMA systems.

Why Join Us?

At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are at the heart of our success. We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and career development:

Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security

• Private Medical Cover, with options to include your partner and dependants.
• Discounted Bupa Dental Insurance.
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) at three times your base salary.
• Private Pension, with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Work-Life Balance

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
• Flexible shift patterns, where possible.
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave.
• Volunteer leave to support causes that matter to you.

Career Development & Recognition

• Training and Development through the Ramsay Academy to support your career growth.
• Colleague recognition programme to celebrate our team members.

Lifestyle & Everyday Perks

• Access to our benefits platform, offering a wide range of discounts.
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Subsidised staff restaurant.
• Free parking on site.

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years of experience. We operate in 11 countries, employing 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. Our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS and our commitment to high-quality healthcare make us a leader in the industry.

We value individuals with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference. Our culture, known as “The Ramsay Way,” recognizes that our people are our most important asset, which has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme, ensuring that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and experience more ‘Time to Care’!

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

We care. It’s more than what we do; it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. Join us in making a difference!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

witham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English