Deputy Chief Pharmacist

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Chief Pharmacist to lead Cancer Services at a prestigious London hospital. This full-time role involves overseeing clinical pharmacy services and ensuring the highest standards of patient care in oncology. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in cancer treatment. Join a dedicated team committed to continuous improvement and professional development, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about pharmacy and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Various retail discounts

Career development opportunities

Pension scheme (up to 20%)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in clinical hospital pharmacy.
• 3+ years in haematology/oncology services.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical pharmacy services across all cancer areas.
• Develop patient-focused clinical pharmacy services.

Skills

Clinical hospital pharmacy experience

Haematology/Oncology services

Leadership and supervisory skills

Multidisciplinary team working

Electronic prescribing systems

Aseptic manufacturing knowledge

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Chief Pharmacist - Cancer Services to join our Pharmacy department at The London Clinic, based at our main hospital site in London (W1G 6JA). We are offering a competitive salary range (Band 8b NHS equivalent) starting from £70,000 per annum depending on experience.

Job Profile

This post will act as the Cancer Services lead for the London Clinic pharmacy and manage clinical pharmacy services across all cancer areas.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, working 37.5 hours per week.

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am-5.30pm.

Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW (close to Regent's Park/Baker Street tube stations).

Salary: Band 8b NHS equivalent.

Benefits: A comprehensive package including a contribution pension scheme (up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and various retail discounts. We also support career development through clear pathways and further education opportunities.

Key Duties

1. Plan, deliver, and coordinate continuous service improvements and audits related to medicines optimisation across all cancer services.
2. Collaborate with other lead pharmacists to provide consistent clinical pharmacy services to cancer wards.
3. Share management responsibilities for the rotational clinical pharmacists at the Duchess of Devonshire Wing.
4. Develop and deliver patient-focused clinical pharmacy and technical services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Develop and monitor medicines management systems to ensure safe, effective care.
6. Provide specialist pharmacist expertise at super user level for the electronic prescribing system.
7. Promote the rational use of drugs, especially high-value medications, within the Clinic and particularly in the Duchess of Devonshire Wing.
8. Ensure pharmacy services and training for pharmacists comply with JACIE standards.
9. Serve as the Accountable Pharmacist for the pharmacy aseptic unit.
10. Act as the Lead Intrathecal Pharmacist.
11. Manage the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager.

Skills and Experience

• At least 5 years of post-registration experience in clinical hospital pharmacy.
• At least 3 years of experience in haematology/oncology services.
• Leadership and supervisory experience.
• Effective multidisciplinary team working skills.
• Experience with electronic prescribing systems.
• Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing and GMP standards.

The London Clinic is a charitable organization committed to investing in treatments, technology, and facilities to benefit patients, staff, and the community.

We are dedicated to safeguarding all vulnerable groups through robust safer recruitment practices, including pre-employment DBS checks. Further information about our safer recruitment policy is available from our recruitment team.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a workforce that reflects various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups.