Oncology Pharmacist

Mediclinic Parkview Hospital; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Dubai is seeking a qualified Pharmacist to ensure effective pharmacy services and manage chemotherapy dispensing. The ideal candidate has a B. Pharm degree, at least 3 years of experience, and a strong understanding of UAE regulatory requirements. The role involves coordinating medication orders, providing clinical support to cancer patients, and ensuring compliance with safety practices.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience as a qualified Pharmacist in a Hospital setting.
• Minimum of 2 years compounding experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate orders and prescriptions for chemotherapy and supportive medications.
• Ensure supply of medications focusing on safety and efficiency.
• Monitor chemotherapy drug dosing procedures.
• Provide clinical services and support to cancer patients.
• Ensure accurate labelling and documentation of oncology medications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on oncology programmes.

Skills

UAE regulatory requirements

Pharmaceutical product knowledge

Patient experience principles

Ethical stock control practices

Stock System management systems

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Verbal and written communication skills in English

Education

B. Pharm degree from an accredited institution

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To ensure effective and efficient pharmacy services, including safety compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy that complies with all relevant professional, patient safety and regulatory requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Coordinate orders and prescriptions for chemotherapy and supportive medications

Ensure adequate and optimal supply of medications with a focus on safety and efficient use of medication

Monitor and manage optimal chemotherapy drug dosing procedures

Provide relevant clinical services and support to cancer patients and internal professionals, including educational services where required

Ensure accurate and safe labelling,preparation and documentationof oncology medications according to professional standards and regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance and proper implementation of policies related to proper handling of cytotoxic agents

Ensure adequate collaboration with the multidisciplinary teams in planning and developing oncology programmes

Ensure compliance and proper input into oncology drug and treatment quality and patient safety programmes

REQUIRED EDUCATION

A B. Pharm degree from an accredited institution and licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist with the relevant UAE healthcare authority

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years' experience as a qualified Pharmacist in a Hospital setting of which at least 2 years includes compounding experience

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• UAE regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the healthcare industry and pharmaceutical product knowledge
• Patient experience principles and related best practice
• Ethical stock control practices and principles
• Stock System management systems
• Computer literacy (MS Office � Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Verbal and written communication skills in English