Specialist Pharmacist Haematology - Band 7

jobs24.co.uk; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Specialist Pharmacist for Haematology at a leading NHS Trust in Bristol. This role invites an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy services. You will work closely with the haematology team, contributing to patient care and safety through the timely supply of medications. The position also offers a chance to engage in innovative projects and support the aseptic unit, ensuring excellent service delivery. If you are committed to professional development and eager to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical pharmacy services, particularly in haematology or oncology.
• Completion or pursuit of a clinical diploma is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to the haematology directorate.
• Ensure safe and timely medication supply to patients.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy Services

Technical Services

Aseptic Preparation

Haematology Knowledge

Oncology Knowledge

Clinical Diploma

Continuing Professional Development

Education

Clinical Diploma

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for the role of Specialist Pharmacist for Haematology at NBT. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and forward-thinking individual to join our team. The department provides a friendly, stimulating, and rewarding environment for staff to develop their clinical and technical expertise. Pharmacists are valued members of the multidisciplinary team, playing a key role in delivering a high-quality service for our patients.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day provision of clinical pharmacy services to the haematology directorate. This will involve working closely with the haematology team providing specialist advice and ensuring safe and timely supply of medications to inpatients, outpatients, and the chemotherapy day unit. The specialist haematology pharmacists are key members of the multidisciplinary team, attending weekly MDT meetings as well as contributing towards teaching, guideline development, and clinical audit.

The post is based within our Pharmacy Technical Services team, providing support to the aseptic unit and acting as an 'Authorised Pharmacist' to ensure safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will be an integral member of the Technical Services team, supporting with the implementation of the action plan from the Assurance of Aseptic Preparation of Medicines audit to continuously develop the service and maintain the unit's low-risk rating. Innovation and transformation are at the forefront of our service, offering an exciting opportunity to the successful candidate to be involved in innovative work streams and project work.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within Technical Services. You must have completed (or be undertaking) the clinical diploma and be committed to continuing professional development. Previous experience working within haematology or oncology would be an advantage but is not essential.

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

If you are from outside the area, Bristol is consistently voted as one of the best places to live in the UK, with a rich history, thriving arts, music, gastronomic and independent retail scenes, excellent transport links, and easy access to the spectacular countryside and coastlines of South Wales, Devon, and Cornwall.