Oncology Pharmacist

NHS; Sawbridgeworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Oncology Pharmacist to provide clinical services in haematology and oncology. The role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to develop SACT protocols, verifying prescriptions, and providing training. Candidates should possess an MPharm, be GPhC registered, and have postgraduate qualifications in clinical pharmacy. Benefits include generous leave, private healthcare, and competitive pension options.

Benefits

25 days leave + bank holidays

Private pension

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

Free training & development

Free on-site parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Discounts via benefits portal

Qualifications

• MPharm or equivalent required.
• GPhC registration is mandatory.
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Consultants for SACT protocols.
• Verify prescriptions for treatments.
• Oversee ordering and supply of SACT.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy services in haematology/oncology

Delivery of training to pharmacy staff

Experience in audit and incident review

Education

MPharm or equivalent

GPhC registered pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy

Job description

Oncology Pharmacist

The closing date is 07 February 2026

Rivers Hospital, part of Ramsay Health Care UK, is located on the Herts & Essex border and is committed to delivering high‑quality care across NHS and private services. The staff benefit from a supportive environment focused on clinical excellence, professional development, and patient‑centred care.

About Ramsay Health Care

Ramsay Health Care offers high‑quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on “People Caring for People,” we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences.

Job 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.

Essential 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.

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.

Employee Benefits

• 25 days leave + bank holidays.
• Buy & sell flexi leave options.
• Private pension (up to 5% matched after qualifying period).
• Flexible shift patterns (where possible).
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare (including 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.

Person Specification

• Clinical registration.
• Experience in oncology pharmacist roles.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited