Specialist Clinical Pharmacist – Cancer

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Full timePart time
Location: Derby
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Job offered by: Transformation Unit
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Main area:

Cancer Pharmacist Services Grade Band 7 Contract:

Permanent Hours: Full time Part time 37.5 hours per week (1 x 37.50 & 1 x 22.50) Job ref:

320-CDCS-3363 Employer:

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Employer type:

NHS Site:

Royal Derby Hospital Town:

Derby Salary:

£46,148 - £52,809 pa/pro rata Salary period:

Yearly Closing:

23/12/2024 23:59 Interview date:

07/01/2025 Job overview

Are you an enthusiastic conscientious pharmacist looking for a career in an ever-evolving and exciting specialist area? Look no further! The Cancer Pharmacist Team at UHDB (University Hospitals of Derby and Burton) has long held a high reputation for their proactive and innovative work, effective use of cutting-edge technology, and an unparalleled responsiveness to implementing new treatments into the Trust. The team also comprises several non-medical prescribers supporting clinicians in chemotherapy clinics, independently prescribing SACT, managing toxicities, and providing support and advice to patients. Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will work cross-site, predominantly based at RDH site to provide a range of services to our patients: Clinical pharmacy service to our wards (2 oncology wards, 1 haematology ward and 2 palliative care wards) ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines. Clinically screening chemotherapy prescriptions for inpatient, outpatient and daycase treatment. Product approval and final release of aseptically prepared chemotherapy. Be a part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team working with nurses, specialist nurses, registrars and consultants to deliver a safe and effective chemotherapy service. Work with the Advanced Pharmacists to review and update guidelines and treatment protocols. Attendance at MDT, clinical management group and cancer pharmacy team meetings to assist in meeting team and divisional objectives. Deliver educational sessions to junior pharmacists and other colleagues and help to develop rotational and trainee pharmacists. Participation in quality improvement projects and audits within Cancer Services with opportunities to have work published at national and international cancer care platforms (e.g. BOPA, ASCO). Opportunity to complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Independent Prescribing and contribute to the assessment, management and prescribing of chemotherapy within specialist outpatient clinics and inpatient areas. Closing date of applications:

23 December 2024 Interview date:

7 January 2025 Working for our organisation

In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development. On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes. Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for more details. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Knowledge, Training, Experience

GPhC member, broad clinical experience, experience in hospital pharmacy. PG Diploma Clinical Pharmacy. Member of UKCPA/BOPA/RPS etc. Analytical & Judgemental skills

Appropriately applies evidence to practice. Communicates best practice to organisation, advanced skills in MI/trial results. Planning & Organisation

Ability to work on own and part of team, meets deadlines, attention to detail, self-motivated. Experience in service planning and project management in short-medium term. Patient Care Responsibilities

Identifies & manages risk, ensures compliance with guidelines, provides effective timely services. Significant experience within a specialised area of pharmacy practice. Commitment to E&T

Demonstrable commitment to E&T and CPD. Our Trust aims to provide the highest quality care to patients within Derbyshire and South East Staffordshire and we want the very best people to work with us. Follow us on Twitter @UHDBTrust or find us on Facebook & LinkedIn - UHDBTrust IMPORTANT INFORMATION If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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