Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex (UHS) places immense value on its cancer pharmacy team, which has steadily grown in both strength and size over the years. We are delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for a senior pharmacist to join our well-established team of dedicated professionals at either St Richard's or Worthing Hospital.
Not essential for previous experience in cancer. Band 6-7 progression will be considered.
This successful post holder will support and maintain the work of the Aseptic Service section of pharmacy and provide a specialist clinical pharmacy service to all cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy within the Trust.
The chemotherapy production units at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust West provides around 2000 chemotherapy doses to patients at Worthing and St Richard's Hospitals per month. We have 2 busy units, led by a great pharmacy team who provide a safe, efficient and effective service to Cancer Services and other teams within the Trust
Our team comprises of Pharmacists, technicians, assistants and a senior manufacturing technician apprentice providing a chemotherapy, monoclonal antibody and immunotherapy within Worthing and Chichester.
This is an exhilarating phase for our cancer pharmacy service, as we aspire to expand our pharmacy prescribing team and provide even more patient-facing services. As part of this role, you will play a crucial role in our oncology service, collaborating closely with medical and nursing teams.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a motivated and passionate pharmacist who is eager to contribute to the advancement of our oncology service. If you are looking to progress in your career and enhance your knowledge and skills, this position offers an ideal opportunity for professional growth.
As part of this team you will be able to work with a variety of people providing an outstanding service to the Trust ensuring the safe and efficient provision of chemotherapy.
As part of this team you will be able to work with a variety of people providing an outstanding service to the Trust ensuring the safe and efficient provision of chemotherapy.
This is a really exciting opportunity to be part of our new journey to shape the development of the service at St Richard's alongside Worthing and our legacy Trust Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust team.
Join our team at UHS and become a part of our dynamic and progressive cancer pharmacy service. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on patient care and shape the future of oncology services.
The successful candidate must hold a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
About us
Join us atUHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops AtUHSussexwe're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that haveembodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives:We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put ourPatientFirst. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role atUHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives ofpatients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above andbeyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourwellbeing programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look afterothers we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us:As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment youstart with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosingUHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the provision of a pharmacy cancer service to the staff of UHSussex West pharmacy department and cancer services.
Specific responsibilities include:
- To undertake specific duties agreed with the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services in line with the grade and scope of the post.
- During periods of absence of the Lead Pharmacist, to deputise as the Accountable and Responsible Pharmacist for all work carried out under section 10 of the Medicines Act within the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit.
- To assist the Lead Pharmacist in responding appropriately to external regional QC inspections, detailing actions undertaken to comply with their recommendations; in conjunction with the Technician Team Leader Aseptic Services.
- To participate in consultant wards rounds, multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences as and when necessary in absence of the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services.
- To help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical aseptic service to the cancer services directorate. This includes ensuring that facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits under the direction of EL(97)52 by the Department of Health.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the provision of a pharmacy cancer service to the staff of UHSussex West pharmacy department and cancer services.
Specific responsibilities include:
- To undertake specific duties agreed with the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services in line with the grade and scope of the post.
- During periods of absence of the Lead Pharmacist, to deputise as the Accountable and Responsible Pharmacist for all work carried out under section 10 of the Medicines Act within the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit.
- To assist the Lead Pharmacist in responding appropriately to external regional QC inspections, detailing actions undertaken to comply with their recommendations; in conjunction with the Technician Team Leader Aseptic Services.
- To participate in consultant wards rounds, multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences as and when necessary in absence of the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services.
- To help develop and deliver a safe, efficient and effective pharmaceutical aseptic service to the cancer services directorate. This includes ensuring that facilities meet the standards assessed by external audits under the direction of EL(97)52 by the Department of Health.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Information Resource/IT
Essential
- Excellent IT skills and knowledge
Desirable
- Use of EPMA pharmacy computer system
- Use of electronic prescribing system
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy from a UK School of Pharmacy or equivalent, as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Further post-graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy at certificate level or higher.
- Member of specialist interest groups e.g. BOPA (British Oncology Pharmacy Association).
Research and Development
Essential
- Involvement / contribution to research projects
Desirable
- Research publication on own or as part of a group/team.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Teaching and tutoring experience
- Significant experience in clinical hospital pharmacy
Desirable
- Staff management experience
- Working as a pharmacist within the field of cancer services
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Ability to act with confidence and take responsibility for actions
- Effective negotiating skills
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and numeracy/calculation skills
- Demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills
Desirable
- Experience in training of other staff
- Motivation and enthusiasm
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Effective organisation and time-management skills
- Experience of managing unpredictable work patterns and to effectively manage situations
Patient/Client Care
Essential
- Keeps good records
- Caring and compassionate
- Responsible for own actions and those of relevant others.
- Demonstrate empathy towards patient group
Policy and Service Development
Essential
- Able to identify own development/training
Desirable
- Experience in undertaking audits
Financial and Physical Development
Essential
- Awareness of financial aspects of chemotherapy funding
Human Resources
Essential
- Experience of checking the work of others
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Previous knowledge and skills gained from completion of a rotation within the aseptic unit
Person Specification
Information Resource/IT
Essential
- Excellent IT skills and knowledge
Desirable
- Use of EPMA pharmacy computer system
- Use of electronic prescribing system
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy from a UK School of Pharmacy or equivalent, as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Desirable
- Further post-graduate qualification in Clinical Pharmacy at certificate level or higher.
- Member of specialist interest groups e.g. BOPA (British Oncology Pharmacy Association).
Research and Development
Essential
- Involvement / contribution to research projects
Desirable
- Research publication on own or as part of a group/team.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Teaching and tutoring experience
- Significant experience in clinical hospital pharmacy
Desirable
- Staff management experience
- Working as a pharmacist within the field of cancer services
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Ability to act with confidence and take responsibility for actions
- Effective negotiating skills
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and numeracy/calculation skills
- Demonstrate initiative and problem solving skills
Desirable
- Experience in training of other staff
- Motivation and enthusiasm
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Effective organisation and time-management skills
- Experience of managing unpredictable work patterns and to effectively manage situations
Patient/Client Care
Essential
- Keeps good records
- Caring and compassionate
- Responsible for own actions and those of relevant others.
- Demonstrate empathy towards patient group
Policy and Service Development
Essential
- Able to identify own development/training
Desirable
- Experience in undertaking audits
Financial and Physical Development
Essential
- Awareness of financial aspects of chemotherapy funding
Human Resources
Essential
- Experience of checking the work of others
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Previous knowledge and skills gained from completion of a rotation within the aseptic unit
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
