Job summary
Were looking for a Lead Clinical Pharmacist in Oncology & Haematology Services to join our Pharmacy Teamat the London Bridge Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding by the CQC.
London Bridge Hospital is one of the UKs largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, safe and effective pharmacy service within London Bridge Hospital at the Guys Cancer Centre. They will provideleadership for the Pharmacy service at Guys which includesdispensary services,asepticproduction, inpatient and outpatient services foroncology, haematology and surgical services.
About us
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Lead Pharmacist youll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your day-to-day work will include a combination of reviewing patients in our chemotherapy day unit and providing a clinical pharmacy service on our Haematology/Oncology Ward (including reviewing our transplant patients and complex haematology patients). You will liaise directly with Consultants, providing advice and overseeing governance surrounding the prescribing of SACT. You will also work closely with CNSs, Resident Doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide a full holistic 5 star patient experience.
A full job description is available on request, please email nhung.tran@hcahealthcare.co.uk.
Job Responsibilities:
As a key member of the Pharmacy Senior Management Team, you will help develop and contribute towards the department objectives and assist with operational and governance matters.The post-holder will maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care, supporting safe and effective use of medicines. You willbe encouraged to use a growth mindset alongside your experience to proactively move the service forwards.
The post-holder will line manage members of the Pharmacy team. You will work with other multidisciplinary team colleagues in a range of quality/process improvement project groups.
The post holder will work closely with the Deputy Pharmacy Manager for the London Bridge Hospital Campus. This includes representing the pharmacy both within the hospital campus, corporately and externally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your day-to-day work will include a combination of reviewing patients in our chemotherapy day unit and providing a clinical pharmacy service on our Haematology/Oncology Ward (including reviewing our transplant patients and complex haematology patients). You will liaise directly with Consultants, providing advice and overseeing governance surrounding the prescribing of SACT. You will also work closely with CNSs, Resident Doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide a full holistic 5 star patient experience.
A full job description is available on request, please email nhung.tran@hcahealthcare.co.uk.
Job Responsibilities:
As a key member of the Pharmacy Senior Management Team, you will help develop and contribute towards the department objectives and assist with operational and governance matters.The post-holder will maintain and develop the highest standards of patient-focused care, supporting safe and effective use of medicines. You willbe encouraged to use a growth mindset alongside your experience to proactively move the service forwards.
The post-holder will line manage members of the Pharmacy team. You will work with other multidisciplinary team colleagues in a range of quality/process improvement project groups.
The post holder will work closely with the Deputy Pharmacy Manager for the London Bridge Hospital Campus. This includes representing the pharmacy both within the hospital campus, corporately and externally.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with GPhC
- Post graduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
- Specialist knowledge in oncology, aseptic production and in haematology is essential
- Extensive experience in the above areas
- Experience working within a hospital setting
- Previous management experience is essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with GPhC
- Post graduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent
- Specialist knowledge in oncology, aseptic production and in haematology is essential
- Extensive experience in the above areas
- Experience working within a hospital setting
- Previous management experience is essential
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
