Senior Specialist Pharmacist - Oncology and Haematology

National Health Service; Ashford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Cycle to work

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

HCA Healthcare UK is recruiting a Senior Specialist Oncology Pharmacist for Private Care at Guys, part of London Bridge Hospital in central London. You will join a high‑calibre team delivering a patient‑centred SACT service and supporting emerging cancer therapies.

Role involves leadership within oncology pharmacy, collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues, and ensuring high safety and efficiency in drug management. Excellent benefits and permanent contract offered.

Qualifications

• Essential MPharm or equivalent (essential)
• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Desirable Post graduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent Independent Prescriber

Responsibilities

• Deliver, manage and develop a high quality SACT pharmacy service
• Collaborate with Lead Pharmacist for Oncology and Haematology and MDTs
• Facilitate safe access to latest oncology treatments

Skills

Oncology experience

Clinical pharmacy

Aseptic GMP knowledge

Education

MPharm

GPhC registration

Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in clinical pharmacy

Tools

Mosaiq

BD Cato

Meditech

Job description

Job summary

Role: Senior Specialist Pharmacist - Oncology Site: Private Care at Guys, part of London Bridge Hospital, Central London Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Mon-Fri 0900-1730 with contribution to lates, Saturday and on-calls on a rota basis Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience with Excellent BenefitsWe have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Specialist Oncology Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy Team at Private Care at Guys, part of London Bridge Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding by the CQC."

Hospital description

London Bridge Hospital is one of the UKs largest private healthcare hospitals specialising in complex and acute care. Spread over three main buildings and five outpatient centres, it is home to a number of specialist units and teams across a wide range of disciplines including orthopaedic, spinal, digestive diseases, liver, hepatobiliary, renal, cardiothoracic, critical care, cancer and transplant services.

The successful post-holder will be based at Private Care at Guys which is our joint venture with the NHS. As one of the UKs most advanced private cancer centres, Private Care at Guys brings together state of the art facilities, internationally recognised consultants and multidisciplinary team known for clinical excellence and compassion. Our centre includes dedicated chemotherapy and radiotherapy services, modern theatres, oncology and surgical wards, and a four bed intensive care unit supporting complex patient pathways.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Specialist Oncology Pharmacist, you will participate in the delivery, management and development of a high quality, proactive, cost effective, safe and responsive patient-centric systemic anti-cancer (SACT) pharmacy service at Private Care at Guys. You will work also have the opportunity to work closely with (& at times deputise for) the Lead Pharmacist for Oncology and Haematology and other members of our multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that our patients are able to safely access the very latest treatments in oncology.

About us

Why HCA UK? Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over 500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist youll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you


• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals


• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service


• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme


• Group Life Assurance from day one


• Critical illness cover


• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay


• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland


• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you


• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential MPharm or equivalent (essential)


• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)


• Desirable Post graduate diploma/masters in clinical pharmacy or equivalent Independent Prescriber

Experience

• Essential Experience in delivering a clinical pharmacy service to wards (post-registration)


• Previous experience of working in Oncology


• Practical experience in an Aseptic Production Unit & GMP


• Desirable Mosaiq, BD Cato, Meditech knowledge

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name HCA Healthcare UK Address Private Care at Guys Great Maze Pond London SE1 9RT United Kingdom Employer's website Employer details Employer name HCA Healthcare UK Address Private Care at Guys Great Maze Pond London SE1 9RT United Kingdom Employer's website

Job locations

• Private Care at Guys Great Maze Pond London SE1 9RT United Kingdom


• London Bridge Hospital 27 Tooley Street London SE1 2PR United Kingdom

Pay scheme

OtherSalary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time

Reference number

E0115-26-0087

Date posted

21 October 2026

Job description Job responsibilities

The successful post holder will participate in the delivery, management and development of a high quality, proactive, cost effective, safe and responsive patient-centric systemic anti-cancer (SACT) pharmacy service at London Bridge Hospital: Private Care at Guys. You will work also have the opportunity to work closely with (& at times deputise for) the Lead Pharmacist for Oncology and Haematology and other members of our multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that our patients are able to safely access the very latest treatments in oncology and haematology.

Job description Job responsibilities

The successful post holder will participate in the delivery, management and development of a high quality, proactive, cost effective, safe and responsive patient-centric systemic anti-cancer (SACT) pharmacy service at London Bridge Hospital: Private Care at Guys. You will work also have the opportunity to work closely with (& at times deputise for) the Lead Pharmacist for Oncology and Haematology and other members of our multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that our patients are able to safely access the very latest treatments in oncology and haematology.