NHS
Job title:
Advanced Pharmacist – SACT – Huntingdon
Company
NHS
Job description
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist who has both clinical and leadership experience within oncology and haemato-oncology. You will lead and operationally manage a team of pharmacists, technicians and support staff offering a clinical service to the haematology/oncology day unit, and liaising with the clinical trials and aseptic teams.You will ideally have project management or service improvement experience to help move forward the pharmacy agenda within the Trust’s cancer strategy. You will have excellent communication, organisational and time management skills and can demonstrate a high level of attention to detail. We are keen to develop a pharmacist prescriber role within our oncology outpatient clinics and so a non-medical prescriber qualification would be desirable.The post is full time (37.5 hours a week) with weekend and bank holiday working as part of a department-wide rota. The post will primarily be based at Hinchingbrooke Hospital although you may be required to travel to other sites within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.**This post will receive a £1000 Welcome Bonus, payable in one instalment upon commencement, subject to terms and conditions.**Main duties of the jobYou will play a key role in the development and delivery of safe, high quality and cost-effective Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) and PN clinical services that deliver key pharmacy service and national benchmark standards for the care of patients on the site.Working collaboratively with the lead oncology, haematology and clinical staff, you will be leading the development of clinical pharmacy services for SACT and PN on the site and through homecare.You will make a significant contribution to the delivery of corporate, divisional and departmental operational and strategic priorities and to the modernisation of pharmacy services across the Trust.As a team leader, you will actively report site service delivery into the departmental senior management meetings and deputise for the Principal Pharmacist SACT, PN and Manufacturing at departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings as required.For more information on the role or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Laura Simon, Principal Pharmacist – SACT, PN & Manufacturing at [email protected].About usWe are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.Date posted15 October 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary£53,755 to £60,504 a year Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number176-F-6622569Job locationsHinchingbrooke HospitalHuntingdonPE29 6NTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you would like more information about this post please see the attached job description and person specification. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you would like more information about this post please see the attached job description and person specification.Person SpecificationEducation and QualificationsEssential
- MPharm or equivalent pharmacy degree
- Registered Pharmacist (GPhC)
- Postgraduate qualification relevant to hospital pharmacy practice
Desirable
- Leadership / Management qualification relevant to the NHS or equivalent management qualification or experience
- Registered Pharmacy non-medical prescriber
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
- Significant experience in hospital pharmacy services with advanced clinical skills in SACT
- Experience in both clinical and financial management
- Recent experience of both operational and strategic planning
- Familiarity with the Hospital Pharmacy Transformation Programme
- Familiarity with national and local medicine commissioning requirements
- Experience of leading change management processes
Key SkillsEssential
- Communication of highly complex information to senior managers, other professionals and patients.
- Able to demonstrate effective management of staff
- Analytical and judgement skills
- Concentration required frequently interrupted with urgent requests
- Acts appropriately in distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with relevant senior clinicians, managers and key stakeholders
- Organisational awareness
- Ability to forecast and innovate including long term service planning
Person SpecificationEducation and QualificationsEssential
- MPharm or equivalent pharmacy degree
- Registered Pharmacist (GPhC)
- Postgraduate qualification relevant to hospital pharmacy practice
Desirable
- Leadership / Management qualification relevant to the NHS or equivalent management qualification or experience
- Registered Pharmacy non-medical prescriber
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
- Significant experience in hospital pharmacy services with advanced clinical skills in SACT
- Experience in both clinical and financial management
- Recent experience of both operational and strategic planning
- Familiarity with the Hospital Pharmacy Transformation Programme
- Familiarity with national and local medicine commissioning requirements
- Experience of leading change management processes
Key SkillsEssential
- Communication of highly complex information to senior managers, other professionals and patients.
- Able to demonstrate effective management of staff
- Analytical and judgement skills
- Concentration required frequently interrupted with urgent requests
- Acts appropriately in distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with relevant senior clinicians, managers and key stakeholders
- Organisational awareness
- Ability to forecast and innovate including long term service planning
Expected salary
£53755 – 60504 per year
Location
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Job date
Sun, 20 Oct 2024 07:23:06 GMT
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