Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist

Cpl; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

CPL UK Healthcare is recruiting for a Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist to work on a temporary basis in South East London. The role involves providing expert clinical input across oncology services, leading safe delivery of cancer treatments, chemotherapy screening/verification, and medicines optimisation within cancer services.

The successful candidate will have GPhC registration, NHS oncology experience, BOPA Passport, and EPIC proficiency, with a strong ability to lead and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• Current GPhC registration.
• Minimum 6 months NHS hospital experience in oncology/cancer services.
• BOPA Passport essential.
• EPIC experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical input across oncology services.
• Lead on safe delivery of cancer treatments and chemotherapy screening/verification.
• Develop and review chemotherapy protocols.
• Lead medicines optimisation within cancer services.
• Mentor junior pharmacy staff and work within the oncology MDT.

Skills

Oncology pharmacy

Chemotherapy screening

Clinical decision making

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Education

GPhC registration

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist to work on a temporary basis in South East London. Please see details of the role below: Role Details Role: Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 9am to 5pm Pay: £40ph Start: ASAP Length: 3 months Additional Info: BOPA Passport essential, EPIC experience essential This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Oncology Pharmacist to join a specialist cancer services team in South East London. At Band 8a level, you will provide expert clinical pharmacy input across oncology services, leading on the safe and effective delivery of cancer treatments. Duties will include chemotherapy screening and verification, providing expert clinical pharmacy support to oncology patients, contributing to the development and review of chemotherapy protocols, leading on medicines optimisation within cancer services, supporting and mentoring junior pharmacy staff, and working collaboratively within the oncology multidisciplinary team. You will be working within the EPIC electronic patient record system, so prior experience of EPIC is essential. Requirements Current GPhC registration Minimum of 6 months NHS hospital experience within an oncology or cancer services setting BOPA Passport essential Experience using EPIC essential Proven experience in chemotherapy screening and oncology pharmacy practice Strong knowledge of cancer treatment protocols and cytotoxic medicines management Experience in a senior pharmacy role within oncology services Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and support junior pharmacy staff Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills Ability to work autonomously and manage a complex clinical workload Why work with Cpl UK Healthcare? Cpl UK Healthcare are a market leader in recruiting AHPs across the UK. As a preferred supplier to the NHS and private sector, we hold a number of exclusive contracts nationwide. This gives you priority access to some of the best pharmacy opportunities available. Referral Bonus Do you know a colleague who may be interested in a new role? We offer a £200 referral bonus for every AHP you recommend who goes on to work with us. How to Apply To apply for this role or to discuss other Pharmacy opportunities across the UK, please contact: Ellee Cowdrey Client Partnership Manager [e-mail] 07876 143 538 You can also view all of our other Pharmacy roles here: Find a Job UK | Cpl