Senior Hospital Pharmacist - Cork City (18 minutes from city centre)

Clarity Recruitment; Cork; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Hospital Pharmacist to join a specialized Aseptic Compounding Unit in Cork. This temporary full-time position involves ensuring compliance with quality standards and supporting cancer services. Candidates must have registration with the PSI and ideally three years of experience in hospital pharmacy. The role is Monday to Friday, offering a chance to contribute significantly to patient care.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in hospital pharmacy, ideally within cancer services.
• Hands-on experience in an Aseptic Compounding Unit is highly desirable.
• A commitment to high-quality patient care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a high-standard Aseptic Compounding Unit.
• Participate in the preparation and quality assurance of aseptically prepared products.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and relevant regulatory standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI)

Minimum of three years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience

Job description

Clarity is recruiting a Senior Hospital Pharmacist – Aseptic Compounding Unit in Cork (18 minutes from city centre).

What you need to know:
This is a temporary full-time position (6-month contract) with the possibility of extension. The role is Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, based in a specialised hospital unit approximately 18 minutes from Cork city centre. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dedicated team providing essential services to cancer patients. Salary and terms are in line with HSE pay scales.

What you'll be doing:

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a high-standard Aseptic Compounding Unit.
• Participate in the preparation and quality assurance of aseptically prepared products.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and relevant regulatory standards.
• Contribute to the safe and effective use of chemotherapy and other aseptically prepared medications.
• Provide clinical input and support for oncology and haematology services.
• Maintain documentation, protocols, and procedures within the aseptic unit.
• Engage in audits, training, and ongoing service development.

What we desire:

• Prior experience in hospital pharmacy, ideally within cancer services.
• Hands-on experience in an Aseptic Compounding Unit is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• A commitment to high-quality patient care and safety.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

What we require:

• Registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI).
• Minimum of three years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience preferred; candidates with less experience may be considered if they have significant relevant expertise in cancer services or aseptic compounding units (ACU).
• Candidates must have prior experience in hospital settings.
• Please note: Candidates with community pharmacy experience only or those transitioning into hospital pharmacy for the first time will not be considered for this role.

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