University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Deputy Lead Pharmacy Technician – Cancer Protocols & Outsourcing
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About the Role
Here at University Hospitals Dorset, we are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to join our Cancer Pharmacy team as Deputy Lead Pharmacy Technician for Cancer Protocols, Electronic Prescribing Systems and Aseptic Outsourcing.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the safe and effective delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy services across oncology and haematology. The post holder will support cancer protocol governance, electronic prescribing systems, Ready to Administer checking processes and the development of aseptic outsourcing pathways.
Role Suitability
The role will suit a registered Pharmacy Technician with hospital pharmacy experience, strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and an interest in cancer services, digital systems, governance and service transformation.
This role requires Registration to The General Pharmaceutical Council.
Base Locations
Cross site at Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital
Interview Date
Tuesday, 18th August 2026
Main Duties
The post holder will support the delivery, development and continuous improvement of a high-quality, safe and responsive Cancer Pharmacy service.
- Supporting the maintenance, review and amendment of SACT protocols within Trust electronic prescribing systems, including MOSAIQ and Epic, ensuring alignment with approved regimens, governance processes, formulary requirements and version control standards.
- Undertaking technical accuracy checking of Ready to Administer SACT preparations, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with approved protocols and local policies, escalating any discrepancies or concerns appropriately.
- Supporting the development, coordination and operational management of aseptic outsourcing pathways for cancer medicines. This will include liaison with external providers, supporting implementation processes, maintaining governance requirements and contributing to service resilience, transformation and capacity planning.
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Collaboration
The role will involve working closely with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, aseptic services, procurement teams, nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team. The post holder will also support the training, supervision and development of pharmacy staff working within Cancer Services.
About Us
University Hospitals Dorset is an exciting place to work, with Trust services continuing to develop and transform in line with the New Hospital Programme. This post offers the opportunity to be part of a progressive Cancer Pharmacy team supporting safe, timely and high-quality cancer care across Dorset.
You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team with opportunities to develop specialist knowledge in cancer services, SACT electronic prescribing, protocol governance, technical checking, aseptic outsourcing and service improvement.
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The Trust is committed to developing its workforce, supporting education and training, and creating sustainable roles that help deliver excellent patient care. This role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to contribute to service transformation while developing leadership, operational, technical and governance skills.
Relocation and Travel
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Farah Al-sheikhli
- Job title: Lead Haematology cancer pharmacist
- Email address: farah.al-sheikhli2@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0300 019 8979
Commitment
Please note: This role will include a commitment to weekend, bank holiday and late-duty rotas as required. The post holder will also be expected to work flexibly across University Hospitals Dorset sites, including Bournemouth and Poole, in line with service needs.
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