Lead Pharmacist - Paediatric Oncology | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Basildon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a dedicated Lead Pharmacist for Paediatric Oncology. The role involves delivering specialist clinical pharmacy services and leading a quality pharmacy service to patients. Candidates should have experience in paediatric oncology and demonstrate clinical effectiveness. Apply today for an opportunity to impact patient care positively.

Qualifications

• Experience in paediatric oncology and pharmacy services.
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical services.
• Ability to support adult oncology services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services to paediatric oncology.
• Participate in general clinical and on-call pharmacy services.

Skills

Specialist clinical pharmacy services

Clinical effectiveness

Leadership in pharmacy service

Job description

Overview

Here is an exciting opportunity for you to join our Pharmacy team as a Lead Pharmacist for Paediatric Oncology Antimicrobials, Critical and Palliative Care, suitable for band 7 to 8a progression.

You will provide specialist clinical pharmacy services and advice to paediatric oncology (and support the adult oncology service), demonstrating a high level of clinical effectiveness. You will lead and develop a high-quality pharmacy service to patients. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services and advice to paediatric oncology (and adult oncology), demonstrating a high level of clinical effectiveness.
• Take part in the provision of general clinical, dispensary and pharmacy weekend / on call services.

Aims and Culture

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

How to apply

Are you looking for an exciting Lead Pharmacist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Sep 2025