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Oncology Pharmacist

2 days ago

Braintree

Job Description Oncology Pharmacist Springfield Hospital Full Time - 37.5 Hours Fixed Term Contract ending April 2027 Springfield Hospital opened in 1987 and is one of Essex’s leading private hospitals. It is a 64-bedded hospital all with ensuite facilities, with parent and child rooms, a 14-bed Day unit and a high dependency unit. The role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated and experienced Oncology Pharmacist to join Springfield Hospital. The successful Oncology Pharmacist will be expected to take ownership of the service and to work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to deliver excellent levels of service to patients. As the Oncology Pharmacist, you will work within a team of Pharmacists and Technicians providing clinical, technical and prescribing support to the hospital. * Collaborate with Consultants to produce and review new SACT protocols, working alongside the Lead Cancer Pharmacist and peers from other hospitals. * Verify prescriptions for SACT and supportive treatments. * Oversee the ordering, storage, supply, and billing of SACT; support staff training and accreditation; review and develop related procedures. * Provide specialist input into patient information and communication regarding SACT treatment. * Support and train staff in the use of the hospital’s SACT EPMA system. * Assist in implementing corporate SACT policies, procedures, and training programmes within the hospital. * Contribute to the development of cancer pharmacy services and staff. * Review SACT audits, incidents, and usage data to ensure safe and cost-effective treatment. * Collaborate with cancer services pharmacists across hospitals and represent Rivers Hospital on the SACT Committee. * Provide pharmacist cover outside of cancer services when required. What you will bring with you: * Clinical pharmacy services in haematology/oncology within secondary care. * Appraisal of new medicines. * Delivery of training to pharmacy staff. * Experience in audit and incident review. * Training delivery to cancer services pharmacy staff. * Appraisal of new SACT. * Familiarity with EPMA systems. * Peer review experience in cancer pharmacy services. * MPharm or equivalent. * GPhC registered pharmacist. * Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy (e.g. Certificate or Diploma). * BOPA SACT Verification Passport. * Member of BOPA. * Awareness of resources supporting SACT services. * Understanding of cancer standards relevant to pharmacy. Benefits * * Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options * Private Pension (up to 5% matched after qualifying period) * Flexible shift patterns (where possible) * Enhanced Parental Leave Policies * Private Healthcare (includes online GP) * Life Assurance * Free Training & Development via Ramsay Academy * Free On-site Parking (where possible) * Subsidised Staff Restaurant (where possible) * Over 8,000 discounts via benefits portal * Discounted cinema tickets via dedicated portal * Access to Blue Light Card Scheme About us Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’. Please contact Amy on to ask any questions before applying. Please note - we do not accept email applications please apply via We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. 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. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.