LDP- Oncology, Haematology, Palliative Care and Technical Services

Are you ready to step into an exciting, challenging and rewarding role in Oncology and Haematology? This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience as the designated Haematology/ oncology pharmacist for Chelsea site, with responsibility for provision of pharmacy services to the Cancer Services and Palliative Care teams and as key member of the multidisciplinary cancer team (MDT).

You will manage the specialist Pharmacy Technical Services Unit, which is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment and will provide a new fit for purpose unit when completed. The unit provides a variety of services including the compounding of cytotoxic chemotherapy, supported by our excellent team of pharmacists, technicians and assistants., The Lead Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology, Haematology, Palliative Care and Technical Services has responsibility for the pharmacy input into the oncology, haematology and palliative care team and other users of the products from the technical services section, including the supply of clinical trial materials and chemotherapy. The unit produces over 3500 products in the technical services unit per annum.

Clinical activities are focussed around providing pharmaceutical care to oncology, haematology and palliative care inpatients and day cases as part of the specialist clinical team, optimising their medicines' use through safe prescribing and effective monitoring.

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 in the development of 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.