Band 7 – Locum Clinical Pharmacist – London

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Locum Clinical Pharmacist to join the Macmillan Cancer Centre team in London. In this essential role, you will ensure the safe and effective use of medications for haematology-oncology patients, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The position requires up-to-date GPHC registration and relevant pharmacy qualifications, alongside clinical expertise in oncology. You will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes by optimizing medication administration and providing expert patient advice.

Qualifications

• Up to date GPHC registration required.
• Experience in a clinical pharmacy setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Verify and release oral and IV SACT.
• Provide patient counselling on medications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of services.

Skills

Clinical knowledge in Haematology – oncology specialty

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Relevant Pharmacy qualification

Job description

Role: Locum Clinical Pharmacist
Banding: Band 7
Location:London
Rate: £30£37 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00
Start Date: 2 January 2025
Duration: Ongoing

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at the Macmillan Cancer Centre. This role is crucial in providing high-quality pharmaceutical care to our haematology-oncology patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective use of medications, particularly in the administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT).

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will play a vital role in our multidisciplinary team. Your primary responsibilities will include verifying and releasing oral and IV SACT, providing patient counselling on SACT and supportive medications, and ensuring the highest standards of clinical care in the haematology-oncology specialty. You will work closely with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.

Requirements:

• Essential:
  • Up to date GPHC registration.
  • Relevant Pharmacy qualification.
  • Experience in a clinical pharmacy setting.
  • Good clinical Knowledge in Haematology – oncology specialty

• Desirable:

• • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

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