Band 8a SACT Pharmacist

Cpl; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

CPL UK Healthcare is recruiting a Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist – SACT Accredited to work in North London. The post is a temporary, 3-month role with hours 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, paying £37.50 per hour. Start ASAP.

You will provide expert clinical input across oncology services and lead on the safe delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT). Responsibilities include chemotherapy screening and verification, protocol development, and mentoring junior staff within a multi-disciplinary team

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is mandatory for practice.
• Minimum NHS hospital experience in oncology or cancer services.
• SACT accreditation is essential.
• Experience leading or supervising junior staff in oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical input across oncology services and lead safe delivery of SACT.
• Screen and verify chemotherapy orders and monitor cytotoxic medicines management.
• Develop and review chemotherapy protocols in line with guidelines.
• Mentor and support junior pharmacy staff within the oncology team.

Skills

Oncology Pharmacy

SACT Accreditation

Chemotherapy Screening

Leadership

Clinical Decision-making

Autonomy

Education

GPhC registration

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist – SACT Accredited to work on a temporary basis in North London. Please see details of the role below: Role Details Role: Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist – SACT Accredited Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 9am to 5pm Pay: £37.50ph Start: ASAP Length: 3 months This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Oncology Pharmacist to join a specialist cancer services team in North London. At Band 8a level, you will provide expert clinical pharmacy input across oncology services, leading on the safe and effective delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT). 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 in line with current BOPA guidelines and best practice. Requirements Current GPhC registration Minimum of 6 months NHS hospital experience within an oncology or cancer services setting SACT accreditation 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