Specialist Clinical Pharmacist – Paediatric Oncology/Haematology

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic pharmacist to join their dynamic team in Nottingham. This role offers the chance to lead clinical pharmacy services in paediatric oncology, engage in multidisciplinary collaboration, and support junior pharmacists. With a commitment to innovation and personal development, the organization values diverse perspectives and encourages applications from all backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to make a significant impact in patient care and contribute to the future of healthcare.

Qualifications

• GPhC registered with a strong background in clinical pharmacy.
• Experience in leadership and management within pharmacy teams.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of clinical pharmacy services to the Paediatric Oncology Service.
• Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration and support junior pharmacists.
• Develop and implement medicines policies and provide specialist reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Leadership

Clinical Pharmacy Experience

Education

B.Pharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or MPharm

GPhC registration

Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

Tools

Electronic Prescribing Systems

Job description

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic neonatal or paediatric pharmacist looking to take the next step in your career?

Or are you a pharmacist currently working in an adult specialty seeking a change of direction?

Do you enjoy developing services and innovative ways to improve patient care?

If so, this could be your perfect job!

If you'd like to be involved in shaping the future of paediatric oncology/haematology at Nottingham, this is the role for you!

Main duties of the job

This post offers opportunities to:

1. Help lead the delivery of the clinical pharmacy service to the Paediatric Oncology Service at NUH
2. Engage in specialised clinical pharmacy duties, including multidisciplinary collaboration
3. Provide leadership, management, and support roles within the service
4. Line manage and support junior pharmacists within the Family Health and wider Pharmacy team

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the largest employers in the city, supporting the health and wellbeing of our population. We lead in research, education, and innovation.

Join our diverse and dynamic team at NUH. We value new ideas and offer extensive personal development opportunities to turn your job into a fulfilling career!

The neonatal service at NUH spans two sites, with ICU, HDU, and special care cots at both QMC and City Hospital. We serve vulnerable babies regionally, with QMC as a specialist neonatal surgery centre. The QMC neonatal unit is expanding, with new facilities opening in December 2024.

Our team of pharmacists and technicians within the Family Health Division is friendly and supportive, committed to providing excellent patient care.

We particularly encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, to enhance our workforce diversity.

Details

Date posted: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 9 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 164-7169575

Location: Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

Job description

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for detailed information about this role.

We welcome inquiries if you'd like to learn more about the position.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications (Essential)

• B.Pharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or MPharm, GPhC registered
• GPhC registration
• Diploma/MSc in clinical pharmacy or relevant postgraduate experience
• Demonstrates ongoing professional development

Training & Qualifications (Desirable)

• Additional postgraduate qualifications
• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS)
• Participation in national networks or specialist groups
• Leadership and management qualifications
• Independent prescribing qualification

Experience (Essential)

• Broad clinical pharmacy experience, especially in acute settings
• Knowledge of various clinical areas
• Experience in providing specialist pharmacy reviews and advice on medicines safety
• Experience developing and implementing medicines policies
• Line management experience, including performance management and recruitment
• Leadership and educational experience with pharmacy and healthcare teams
• Multidisciplinary teamwork at trust and regional levels
• Understanding NHS issues

Experience (Desirable)

• Publication of audit/research at national level
• Participation in national groups
• Project management experience with tangible outcomes
• Audit/research supervision and reporting
• Engagement with trust committees
• Experience in urgent/emergency settings
• Experience with electronic prescribing systems

Communication & Relationship Skills (Essential)

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills; able to communicate complex medicine information effectively
• Good team communication skills
• Confident in defending opinions
• Proven influencing and negotiating abilities with senior clinicians and managers
• Empathy for patients and families

Communication & Relationship Skills (Desirable)

• Teaching skills
• Experience in developing business cases for service development

Analytical & Judgement Skills (Essential)

• Literature evaluation and searching skills
• Risk assessment experience
• Ability to interpret and communicate evidence clearly
• Independent decision-making within parameters
• Judgement involving complex data, e.g., drug expenditure and medicines optimisation
• Database management skills
• Innovative thinking aligned with trust strategies

Planning & Organisation Skills (Essential)

• Ability to plan and develop clinical pharmacy services
• Flexibility and adaptability in a changing healthcare environment
• Strong organisational skills, motivation, and time management
• Creative problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service check: This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975; a criminal record check is required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications requiring UK work sponsorship are welcome; further info at UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Must hold current UK professional registration; more at NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

Website: https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/