Senior Pharmacist - Oncology / Haemotology

NHS Scotland; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Senior Pharmacist specializing in Oncology and Haematology for a 12-month fixed-term position. The role involves delivering clinical services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting cancer pharmacy services. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and a desire to specialize in cancer care. The position is based at University Hospital Crosshouse, requiring participation in various rotas.

Qualifications

• Interest in specializing in Cancer Care.
• Desire to drive forward clinical cancer pharmacy services.
• Full training provided for those without Clinical Oncology experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a clinical oncology service to inpatients and outpatients.
• Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Participate in weekend, public holiday, and extended hours rotas.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Senior Pharmacist - Oncology / Haemotology

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Pharmacist - Oncology / Haemotology based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This is a 12 months fixed-term post to cover maternity leave.

What You Will Do

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced pharmacist to join the Cancer Clinical pharmacy team in NHS Ayrshire & Arran and be involved in delivering a clinical oncology service to both inpatients and outpatients in Ayrshire and Arran.

You will become an integral member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, within an established team of Clinical Oncology Pharmacists. The pharmacy team provide a clinical verification role as well as enhanced roles such as non-medical prescribers within breast, colorectal, urology and Haematological malignancies. The team work closely with regional colleagues on protocol and guideline development. This post will allow you the opportunity to develop experience in both oncology and haematological malignancies through a rotational programme.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job

You will possess an interest in specialising in Cancer Care and a desire to drive forward clinical cancer pharmacy services. You will have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and work effectively as part of the pharmacy and wider multidisciplinary team. Full training will be provided for those without Clinical Oncology experience.

We actively support development of our staff and applicants not currently holding a practice prescribing certificate will be supported to complete this. NHS Ayrshire & Arran benefits from automated dispensing and electronic prescribing for both chemotherapy and inpatient and outpatient prescribing.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours

30 hours per week.

You will participate in weekend, public holiday and extended hours rotas as required. The post will have a base site of University Hospital Crosshouse for the purposes of on-call rota, weekend working and late night rotas. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and or an extended working day.

Driving Licence/Car Ownership

A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

Informal Enquiries Are Welcomed By

Lorna Robertson- Principal Pharmacist - Cancer Services 01563 825643 / [e-mail]

Anne Johnson, Senior Pharmacist - Oncology: 01563 826907 / [e-mail]

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