Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist

NHS; Sawbridgeworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Sawbridgeworth seeks an experienced Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist to deliver complex pharmacy care for oncology patients. Role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals, managing Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies, and ensuring effective training. Applicants should be GPhC registered with postgraduate qualifications in clinical pharmacy, and have experience in oncology settings.

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with GPhC.
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy is preferred.
• Experience in haematology/oncology pharmacy services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support safe management of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT).
• Collaborate with consultants on new SACT protocols.
• Provide input on patient information regarding SACT.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy services in haematology/oncology

Experience in audit and incident review

Delivery of training to pharmacy staff

Familiarity with EPMA systems

Understanding of cancer standards

Education

MPharm or equivalent

GPhC registered pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy

Job description

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist

The closing date is 01 December 2025

We are looking for an experienced Oncology Pharmacist to provide highly specialised, complex, evidence-based pharmacy care to haematology/oncology patients within Rivers Hospital.

Main duties of the job

To support healthcare professionals in the safe and effective management of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT).

About us

Rivers Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of NHS and private patient services in England. Located on the Herts & Essex border, Rivers Hospital is passionate about delivering high-quality care throughout the facility. As part of Ramsays network, staff benefit from a supportive environment focused on clinical excellence, professional development, and patient‑centred care.

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Consultants to produce and review new SACT protocols, working alongside the Lead Cancer Pharmacist and peers from other hospitals.
• Verify prescriptions for SACT and supportive treatments.
• Oversee the ordering, storage, supply, and billing of SACT; support staff training and accreditation; review and develop related procedures.
• Provide specialist input into patient information and communication regarding SACT treatment.
• Support and train staff in the use of the hospitals SACT EPMA system.
• Assist in implementing corporate SACT policies, procedures, and training programmes within the hospital.
• Contribute to the development of cancer pharmacy services and staff.
• Review SACT audits, incidents, and usage data to ensure safe and cost‑effective treatment.
• Collaborate with cancer services pharmacists across hospitals and represent Rivers Hospital on the SACT Committee.
• Provide pharmacist cover outside of cancer services when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MPharm or equivalent.
• GPhC registered pharmacist.
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy (e.g. Certificate or Diploma).
• Awareness of resources supporting SACT services.
• Understanding of cancer standards relevant to pharmacy.
• IP qualification (or working towards it).
• Member of BOPA.

Experience

• Clinical pharmacy services in haematology/oncology within secondary care.
• Appraisal of new medicines.
• Delivery of training to pharmacy staff.
• Experience in audit and incident review.
• Training delivery to cancer services pharmacy staff.
• Appraisal of new SACT.
• Familiarity with EPMA systems.
• Peer review experience in cancer pharmacy services.
• Practising as an Independent Prescriber (IP).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited