Homecare and Cancer Services Pharmacist

Job description

Job responsibilities

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More detail about the role

You will work closely with the multi-disciplinary cancer services team including doctors, clinical nurse specialists, and other registered non-medical prescribers.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide a high-quality pharmacy service to cancer services, supporting patients in day case and outpatient settings.
• Clinically verify SACT prescriptions, including those for clinical trials.
• Contribute to the delivery and development of pharmacist-led services, including non-medical prescribing within cancer services.
• Offer expert guidance on the safe and effective use of SACT in line with national and local protocols and NHS commissioning policies.
• Act as an authorised pharmacist for the preparation and release of chemotherapy and related products, ensuring compliance with local, regional, and national standards.

This post includes an on-call premium of approximately £2,400 (subject to eligibility), paid in instalments over a 12-month period.

We understand that relocating for a new role can be a significant step, both personally and financially. Thats why we offer a generous package of support, including financial assistance, to help ease the transition for those considering relocation. If you are relocating to North Devon for this role, we can offer either an annual accommodation allowance or a relocation package (the former for those renting a property and the latter for those buying a property). For full details on these packages of support, please contact us.

Training and development opportunities are in good supply here. Whether youre interested in clinical or leadership development courses, we'll support you in finding the best way to grow. Well facilitate access to the fully-funded clinical diploma and prescribing courses.

Were passionate about supporting your wellbeing too. All new team members have a tailored induction and join our pharmacy buddy scheme. Youll have a dedicated buddy to help you find your feet in the first few days and weeks. Plus, theres Trust-wide events and activities focussed on your health and wellbeing.

If youre ready to build a career in cancer services, supported by a team that values education, collaboration and patient-focussed care, wed love to hear from you.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week, plus on-call commitment

Interview date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Thomas Baddick, Lead Cancer Services Pharmacist on 01271 322698 / Thomas.baddick@nhs.net

Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, inclusive of a 3.6% pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers)

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)