Oncology Pharmacist

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Oncology Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team on a full time, permanent basis.

Main duties of the job

• Assess the health and well-being of patients whose needs may be complex and changing within the context of their medicines.
• Diagnose, monitor, prescribe and safeguard medicines according to independent practice and competency.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the movement of medicines.
• All our clinical teams are focused on delivering personalized care, and our Pharmacists play a key role in treating patients with empathy and compassion
• You will provide advice and support to consultants, nurses and other clinicians ensuring the safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medicines throughout the hospital
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues and consultants and to work together to improve patient outcomes
• Suggest new processes/new equipment to improve health outcomes and increase safety throughout the hospital

About us

Spire Southampton Hospital offers world-class care, attracting patients from across the South of England and internationally. We deliver some of the best cardiac surgery results in the country. Our Critical Care department and multidisciplinary team offer you peace of mind for our wide range of treatments.

Job responsibilities

Who we're looking for:

Pharmacists educated to degree level (Diploma desirable)

Current GPhC registration

Post qualifying experience working in a Hospital setting is ESSENTIAL

Highly specialist knowledge through a diploma in clinical pharmacy and/or acquired through training and experience, particularly in the field of oncology.

Someone who is looking for the challenge of delivering a comprehensive pharmacy service within a hospital setting

Excellent communicator as you will interact with patients across various departments to find out their pharmaceutical requirements

Non-medical prescribing would be advantageous

Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30-17:30 Sat 8:30-13:00. On call one week in Four. Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options

Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free off-site parking

Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

Driving clinical excellence

Doing the right thing

Caring is our passion

Keeping it simple

Delivering on our promises

Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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