Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist

Job description

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

Job overview

• To clinically verify systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) regimens in accordance with regional sites and in line with BOPA standards for the chemotherapy day units and the inpatient haematology ward.
• To collaborate with the Lead Pharmacists for Cancer Services to ensure the provision of an effective, efficient, and high quality patient focused clinical pharmacy for all patients.
• Liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team to provide expert haemato-oncology advice, and make suitable, appropriate interventions.

Main duties of the job

• To obtain the BOPA SACT Passport (if not already held)
• To clinically verify SACT prescriptions on ARIA, including free-of-charge, early access medicine schemes and clinical trials
• To provide specialist pharmaceutical information in relation to SACT
• To support the delivery of the NHS 10 Year Cancer Strategy
• To work with procurement, pharmacy aseptics and the outpatient pharmacies to ensure timely delivery of SACT and supportive medication
• To assist the Lead Pharmacists with updating and implementing policy change

Working for our organisation

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.

The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached

Person specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential criteria

• M. Pharm or equivalent (4 years)
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Society
• Post graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional practice and education, clearly recorded in current professional profile

Desirable criteria

• Diploma / M.Sc. in Clinical Pharmacy
• In-house management training
• Independent prescriber
• BOPA accreditation/ SACT passport holder

Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Experience of managing individuals or a team within pharmacy, such as dispensary or on the ward
• Advanced communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levels
• Ability to present a high level of personal credibility
• Ability to work as an inspirational leader to pharmacy and other clinical staff, inspiring confidence in others
• Able to understand, disseminate and present complex information using both verbal and written disciplines
• Fully understands the context in which complex problems arise and can co-ordinate multidisciplinary unit wide interventions
• Demonstrates the ability to ensure that the delivery of patient care is of a high standard and appropriate in meeting the needs and expectations of the patients and their relatives

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of delivering training and education at post graduate level
• Membership of the RPS Faculty
• Politically astute, an understanding of the stakeholders involved in the service
• Demonstrate awareness of healthcare research
• Project Management
• Previous experience of attending Consultant ward rounds/Multidisciplinary meetings
• Understanding of regulations and standards required for Aseptics Product Manufacture such as the Section 10 exemption, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Aseptics Processing.

Skills & Ability

Essential criteria

• Ability to lead and work as part of a multidisciplinary team, negotiating constructively and successfully with team members
• Ability to organise self and others
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport with colleagues at all levels
• Demonstrates the ability to work at problems from a unique or different angle.
• Good computer and keyboard skills
• Professional presentation of self
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Desirable criteria

• Proficiency in using ARIA

Other Specific Requirements

Essential criteria

• Ability to work across all sites

Desirable criteria

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Using AI in Your Application

We support the use of technology to help manage time and improve efficiency, but it is your responsibility to ensure your application is personalised and accurately reflects your own skills, experience and values.

AI tools can be useful when drafting an application, but they should only be used to assist you. The content submitted must be your own work and an authentic representation of your knowledge, abilities and experiences.

Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may be rejected. For example, we may receive multiple applications containing identical or generic wording that does not reflect the individual applicant.

The use of AI during assessments, including interviews, is not permitted unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. For virtual interviews, you may be asked to provide a 360-degree view of the room and confirm that no additional devices are being used. If AI use is suspected during an interview, we may pause the interview, ask questions regarding its use, or adapt our assessment approach.

Working in healthcare requires integrity, honesty and accountability. We expect all applications and assessments to be a genuine reflection of your own experience, knowledge and values.
Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in both the delivery of our services and the recruitment and management of our staff.

We welcome applications from everyone who has the skills, experience and values required for the role, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.
Happy to Talk Flexible Working

We are committed to supporting flexible ways of working and will consider all requests for flexible and part-time working wherever service needs allow.
Important Information About Your Application
Recruitment Process

Applications are submitted through our recruitment system, Trac. Following submission, all correspondence relating to your application will be sent from apps.trac.jobs. Please regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders.

Shortlisted candidates will normally be contacted at least five working days before their interview date.
Vacancy Closing Dates

This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
English Language Requirement

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English. This will be assessed during the recruitment process.
Pre-Employment Checks and Probation
Keeping Patients Safe

At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, patient safety is our highest priority. We recommend that staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and understand that we continue to care for patients who are COVID-19 positive within our services.
Probationary Period

All new employees will be required to complete a six-month probationary period as part of their employment with the Trust.

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