Advanced Clinical Pharmacist Haematology

HCA Healthcare UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christie Private Care in Manchester is seeking an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - Haematology to lead specialist medicines management across inpatient and outpatient services. You’ll support ATMPs, CAR-T therapies, and haematology treatment pathways, working with Consultants, nursing and pharmacy teams to optimise patient outcomes.

We are looking for an experienced hospital pharmacist (band 7/8a) with strong haematology knowledge, a passion for innovation and patient safety, and a commitment

Qualifications

• MPharm degree with current GPhC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in a hospital pharmacy.
• Haematology experience at band 7 level or above.
• Knowledge of ATMPs and specialist therapies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highly specialised clinical pharmacy service across haematology services and ATMPs, providing expert medicines management.
• Support Consultant-led clinics, ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings with evidence-based pharmaceutical advice.
• Lead and support introduction, implementation and governance of new therapies, protocols and treatment pathways.
• Drive quality improvement, audit, research and service development to enhance patient outcomes and pharmacy services.
• Provide education, training and mentorship to pharmacy, nursing and medical colleagues.
• Be part of the pharmacy senior management team to ensure high-quality, safe services.

Skills

Haematology Pharmacy

GPhC registered

Hospital experience

Education

MPharm (or equivalent)

Job description

Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - HaematologyThe Christie Private Care, ManchesterFull Time, 37.5 hours per weekPermanentCompetitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsWe’re looking for an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - Haematology to join our Pharmacy team at The Christie Private Care. As part of one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers, you'll work alongside world-renowned Consultants and multidisciplinary teams delivering exceptional care to patients with complex haematological conditions, delivering a broad range of cutting-edge treatmentsThis is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a specialist service at the forefront of haematology treatment. At The Christie Private Care we have a dedicated 6-bedded haematology unit, where we provide a wide range of haemato-oncological treatments including CAR-T therapy, bispecifics and both autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants. You'll help shape and develop pharmacy services, support the introduction of new and innovative therapies, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and provide expert medicines management across inpatient and outpatient settings. Working within a highly collaborative environment, you'll have the opportunity to influence patient pathways, mentor colleagues, participate in research and quality improvement projects, and drive excellence in patient care.As an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - Haematology, you'll be part of a team committed to delivering outstanding clinical outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. Reporting directly to the Pharmacy Manager, you will be the most senior member of the pharmacy team dedicated to haematology and will also have responsibilities for Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs). You'll act as a trusted specialist resource for pharmacists, clinicians and nursing teams, providing highly specialised medicines advice and supporting evidence-based prescribing. This role would suit an experienced hospital pharmacist with substantial haematology experience at band 7/8a level, who is passionate about innovation, patient safety and advancing clinical practice.At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.What you'll do:Deliver a highly specialised clinical pharmacy service across haematology services and ATMPs, providing expert medicines management and patient-focused care.Support Consultant-led clinics, ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings, offering evidence-based pharmaceutical advice.Lead and support the introduction, implementation and governance of new therapies, protocols and treatment pathways.Drive quality improvement, audit, research and service development projects to enhance patient outcomes and pharmacy services.Provide education, training and mentorship to pharmacy, nursing and medical colleagues across the organisation.Work as part of the pharmacy senior management team, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, safe and effective pharmacy service.What you'll bring:MPharm (or equivalent) with current GPhC registration.Significant post-registration experience within a hospital pharmacy setting.Proven experience within Haematology Pharmacy at a minimum of band 7 levelStrong specialist knowledge of haematology medicines, treatment pathways and medicines optimisation.Experience introducing and implementing new therapies, alongside educating multidisciplinary teams and supporting service development.Why HCA UK?Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.We believe that by caring for our colleagues, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist - Haematology you'll be eligible for:25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit youPrivate Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitalsPrivate pension contribution which increases with length of serviceSeason Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemeGroup Life Assurance from day oneCritical illness coverEnhanced Maternity and Paternity payCorporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The PortlandComprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit youDiscounts with over 800 major retailersCulture and valuesAt HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.Our mission is simple, above all else we're committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individualKindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassionHonesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairnessLoyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignityReasonable adjustmentsWe believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.