Pharmacy Lead – SACT

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacist to join their oncology team. This role involves ensuring the safe use of medicines, managing prescribing protocols, and providing expert advice within a multidisciplinary environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to evidence-based practices. The company offers competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare coverage

Hospital discounts for friends and family

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Access to discounts and wellbeing resources

Recognition programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician.
• 2+ years of UK hospital experience in pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and optimal use of medicines for oncology patients.
• Manage prescribing through electronic software systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team management

Budget management

Knowledge of General Pharmaceutical Council Codes

Understanding of Care Standards Act

Education

Degree in Pharmacy (M Pharm, B Pharm, or BSc. Pharmacy)

Tools

CHG electronic software system

Job description

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Applicants should meet the following criteria:

1. Degree in Pharmacy (M Pharm, B Pharm, or BSc. Pharmacy) registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician.
2. At least 2 years of UK hospital experience within a hospital pharmacy department, including team management and mentoring, and budget management experience.
3. Strong organisational and planning skills, including risk management, with a proven track record of achieving targets.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse hospital staff.
5. Knowledge of the General Pharmaceutical Council Codes of Conduct, Ethics, and Performance.
6. Understanding of the Care Standards Act and Care Quality Commission requirements.

Duties of this role include:

1. Ensuring the safe and optimal use of medicines for patients receiving SACT medication.
2. Managing prescribing through the CHG electronic software system.
3. Requesting new protocols promptly.
4. Promoting evidence-based medicine and best practices for oncology patients.
5. Providing expert advice on medication management within the oncology department.
6. Motivating and inspiring pharmacy staff and healthcare professionals in medicine management.
7. Participating as a member of the hospital's multidisciplinary oncology team.
8. Supporting the development and implementation of prescribing guidelines and oncology policies.
9. Serving as an educational resource for staff and patients regarding oncology medicines.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Private healthcare coverage, including pre-existing conditions.
• Hospital discounts for friends and family.
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Non-contributory life insurance.
• Access to discounts, rewards, and wellbeing resources.
• Recognition programs and professional development opportunities.

…and much more!

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes:

• Creating opportunities beyond protected characteristics, welcoming diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences.
• Being a Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcoming Armed Forces Community members.
• Being a Disability Confident Employer.

We are dedicated to fostering an environment for growth, professionalism, and personal development, guided by our core values of selflessness, compassion, commitment, collaboration, bravery, agility, tenacity, and creativity.