Oncology Pharmacist

Ramsay Health Care; Sawbridgeworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sawbridgeworth is seeking a Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist. The role involves providing specialised pharmacy care for oncology patients, overseeing SACT management, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have an MPharm, GPhC registration, and experience in clinical pharmacy. Employee benefits include flexible leave options, private healthcare, and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Free Training & Development

Free On‑site Parking

Subsidised Staff Restaurant

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Provide highly specialised, complex, evidence‑based pharmacy care to haematology/oncology patients.
• Support healthcare professionals in the effective management of Systemic Anti‑Cancer Therapies (SACT).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Consultants to review new SACT protocols.
• Verify prescriptions for SACT and supportive treatments.
• Oversee ordering, storage, supply, and billing of SACT.
• Provide specialist input into patient information regarding SACT treatment.
• Assist in implementing corporate SACT policies and training.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy services in haematology/oncology

Appraisal of new medicines

Delivery of training to pharmacy staff

Experience in audit and incident review

Training delivery to cancer services pharmacy staff

Familiarity with EPMA systems

Peer review experience in cancer pharmacy services

Practising as an Independent Prescriber (IP)

Education

MPharm or equivalent

GPhC registered pharmacist

Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy

BOPA SACT Verification Passport

IP qualification (or working towards it)

Member of BOPA

Job description

Job Description

Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist

Job Location: Rivers Hospital, Sawbridgeworth

Full Time - 37.5 Hours

About Rivers Hospital

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 Ramsay’s network, staff benefit from a supportive environment focused on clinical excellence, professional development, and patient‑centred care.

Position Details

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).

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 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.

Qualifications

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 (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

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Please feel free to reach out to Amy on [e-mail] to ask any questions before submitting a formal application.