Oncology Pharmacist

Ramsay Health Care UK; High Wych; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a pharmacist to provide specialised pharmacy care primarily to haematology/oncology patients. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams to develop and review protocols, verify prescriptions, and deliver training. Required qualifications include an MPharm, GPhC registration, and a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy. Benefits include private healthcare, flexible working hours, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Pension (up to 5% matched after qualifying period)

Flexible shift patterns (where possible)

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Free Training & Development via Ramsay Academy

Free On-site Parking (where possible)

Subsidised Staff Restaurant (where possible)

Over 8,000 discounts via benefits portal

Qualifications

• Must have MPharm or equivalent.
• GPhC registration as a pharmacist is essential.
• Possess a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Consultants to produce SACT protocols.
• Verify prescriptions for SACT treatments.
• Oversee ordering and storage of SACT.

Skills

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Prescription verification for SACT

Training delivery

Audit and incident review

Education

MPharm or equivalent

GPhC registered pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy

Tools

EPMA systems

Job description

To provide highly specialised, complex, evidence-based pharmacy care to haematology/oncology patients within Rivers Hospital. To support healthcare professionals in the safe and effective management of Systemic Anti‑Cancer Therapies (SACT).

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 hospital's 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.
• 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.

Preferred Experience

• 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).

Essential Education and Capabilities

• 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.

Preferred Education and Capabilities

• BOPA SACT Verification Passport.
• IP qualification (or working towards it).
• Member of BOPA.

Rivers Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, a leading provider of NHS and private patient services in England. The hospital is located on the Hertfordshire & Essex border and offers a supportive environment focused on clinical excellence and patient‑centred care.

Benefits

• Private Pension (up to 5% matched after qualifying period)
• Flexible shift patterns (where possible)
• Enhanced Parental Leave Policies
• Private Healthcare (includes online GP)
• Life Assurance
• Free Training & Development via Ramsay Academy
• Free On‑site Parking (where possible)
• Subsidised Staff Restaurant (where possible)
• Over 8,000 discounts via benefits portal
• Discounted cinema tickets via dedicated portal
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme

This position is subject to background and DBS checks.