Role: Advanced Clinical Pharmacist – SACT Protocol, Quality & Risk
Location: HCA Head Offices, 2 Cavendish Square, Central London
Hybrid/Remote: Hybrid
Full time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 0900-1730
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist to join our expanding corporate SACT Protocols team. This newly created role reflects the continued growth of our service and our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred cancer care across HCA UK.
As the Advanced Clinical Pharmacist for Cancer Services and Protocol Management, the post holder will have leadership responsibility for the delivery of an effective protocol management service for cancer services
across HCA.
You will work in conjunction with the haematology and oncology clinical leads and the Lead Technician for e-prescribing and Medicines Management to develop the provision of an efficient, high quality, professional and well-coordinated service capable of meeting all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to SACT prescribing and formulary management and the onboarding of genomic testing for HCA UK Laboratories.
This role will support the Lead Pharmacist – Protocol Management and medical, clinical and non-clinical teams across HCA, and you will work closely with all teams to achieve the HCA Cancer Strategy including the further development of the electronic prescribing systems.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you’ll bring:
Master’s degree in Pharmacy or equivalent higher degreeAdditional post graduate clinical qualifications e.g. Diploma in Pharmacy Practice, or working towardsRegistration with GpHCIndependent Prescriber, or working towards Minimum of 2 years hospital experience in oncology and haematology & proven expert clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge Extensive experience working with Information systems and electronic prescribing systems. Prior leadership experience, including the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive service improvementsDemonstratable experience in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) protocol development and management, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit youPrivate Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitalsPrivate pension contribution which increases with length of serviceSeason Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemeGroup Life Assurance from day oneCritical illness coverEnhanced Maternity and Paternity payCorporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The PortlandComprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit youDiscounts with over 800 major retailersCulture and values
HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. As a valued member of our team, you will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK’s core values through respectful behaviour and conduct. This includes a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role. We approach every patient and colleague with empathy, kindness, and understanding, ensuring a supportive and caring environments for all. We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills and services. Additionally, we encourage sustainable practices by considering the environmental impact of your actions whenever possible.
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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