13 Oct
The London Clinic
London
Job description
Details
Lead Pharmacist Haematology and Aseptic Services (FTC)
Vacancy type
Experienced
Contract type
Fixed term
Area of specialism
Other Clinical & Technical Services
Role type
Other
Summary of role
Lead Pharmacist Haematology and Aseptic Services (FTC)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Pharmacist Haematology and Aseptic Services to join our Pharmacy Department on a 12 month fixed term basis a t The London Clinic in Central London, W1G 6BW, with a competitive salary on offer.
The oncology / haematology service is based at the purpose-built Duchess of Devonshire Wing, consisting of 4 inpatient wards,
a busy day-case / outpatient facility and a radiotherapy unit providing diagnosis and treatment for patients.
There are two pharmacies at The London Clinic, the one at the Duchess of Devonshire Wing provides aseptic chemotherapy reconstitution service for all patient receiving chemotherapy for cancer and non-cancerous conditions.
The second pharmacy, based at 20 Devonshire Place, provides medication for all non-oncology inpatients and outpatients based at The London Clinic.
We strive to provide high quality, efficient patient-centred services.
The London Clinic also has excellent leadership and development programmes suitable for all levels of staff and strongly supports continuing professional development.
Job Profile
As Lead Pharmacist in Haematology and Aseptic Services you will act as the haematology lead for the London Clinic pharmacy and manage clinical pharmacy services to all haematology areas as well as manage pharmacy technical services staff.
Job Type : 12 month fixed term contract, working 37.5 hours per week.
Shifts : Monday to Friday
Salary :
Up to £64,852 inclusive per annum, dependent of skills and experience.
Benefits package :
- Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%).
- Private Medical Healthcare.
- 33 day’s annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
- Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers / services, plus much more.
- We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
This advert will close once a suitable number of applications have been received please do submit your interest ASAP.
Key Duties
- Plan, deliver and coordinate a programme of continuous service improvements and audits relating to medicines optimisation in haematology areas
- Work closely with other lead pharmacists to provide clinical pharmacy services to haematology ward areas in a consistent manner.
- Share the management of the rotational clinical pharmacists at the Duchess of Devonshire Wing of The London Clinic.
- Lead an effective clinical pharmacy service to all Haematology areas including SCT and ATMP
- Develop, implement and monitor Intrathecal chemotherapy policies, training and practice as the intrathecal lead for the Clinic.
- Provide support to nursing areas to ensure compliance with legislation and good clinical practice initiatives.
Skills & Experience
- Extensive post registration experience in clinical hospital pharmacy
- Experience in haematology / oncology services
- Leadership and supervisory experience
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain
- Post graduate Clinical Pharmacy qualification or experience equivalent to Diploma or Msc in Clinical Pharmacy
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process.
Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations,
and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
- We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups;
▶️ Lead Pharmacist – Haematology and Aseptic Services (FTC)
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