Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The post holder will have significant clinical input into the clinical aspects of the Haematology and Oncology services, in order to provide a high quality, efficient pharmacy service to patients and staff within C&W.



They are expected to lead by example in the specialisms of oncology, haematology and palliative care and ensure a consistently high quality clinical pharmacy service is delivered to these patients and other clinical areas that utilise technical services products, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.



The post holder will deputise for the Lead Divisional Pharmacist for Haematology, Oncology and Technical Services in their absence



Although this post is based at the Chelsea site, the post holder will be involved in working collaboratively across site and will be required to attend meetings at the West Middlesex site or work from West Middlesex site occasionally

Key Working Relationships:

All pharmacy staff

Patients

Cancer Services Staff

Palliative Care Team

Technical Services Product Users

External Practitioners working in the field of

Cancer Services

Finance

Human Resources



You will manage the specialist Pharmacy Technical Services Unit, which provides a variety of services including the compounding of cytotoxic chemotherapy, supported by our team of pharmacy technicians. You will help to manage cancer clinical trials requiring aseptic preparation and will work closely with the Pharmacy Clinical Trials Manager.



In addition to your aseptic background and clinical expertise, you will be well organised and methodical with experience in a range of clinical areas. You will have developed excellent management skills and will work well within a team. You will enjoy teaching, as a commitment to training is an essential part of the role. In return we can offer support to develop your career within a friendly and supportive team of professionals.



Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.



Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.



We continually invest in our facilities, including a 30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an 80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.



We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.



The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.



Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.



Please see detailed job description and main responsibilities as per attached and Personal Specification document.