Job summaryIn recognition of the essential and valued role of Pharmacy within Cancer Services at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, a new Lead Pharmacist post has been created. This role will have an autonomous leadership role in the cancer and technical services team: aseptic production, clinical chemotherapy and the oncology and haematology wards.The successful pharmacist will lead our highly valued and skilled Oncology/ Haematology and Palliative Care team, many of whom are independent prescribers and who have active roles within MDTs including participation in outpatient chemotherapy clinics.You will already have significant demonstrable hospital knowledge and experience of the pharmaceutical care of oncology and haematology patients alongside considerable staff management and training experience. You will have practical experience of using a SACT electronic prescribing system. You will be an active lead engaged in developing improvements and driving innovation forward for our pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and ATOs.You will co-ordinate a patient-focused clinical service to our wards, specialist outpatient clinics, clinical verification of chemotherapy, and the pharmacy management of our electronic SACT protocols. You will also be the clinical training lead for our future cancer pharmacists and support the career pathways for our existing highly skilled advance team.*** Please be advised that interviews are proposed for 15 July 2024 ***Main duties of the jobBe the team leader through line management for the Oncology/ Haematology/ Palliative Care pharmacist Team, ensuring the effective management of clinical and operational service delivery.Develop and oversee training for pharmacists in oral chemotherapy, chemotherapy verification (screening), and clinical ward/external hospice services.Co-ordinate and support the training and development of all staff: ATOs, Technicians and Pharmacists, involved in chemotherapy. Ensure the service and staff advance to meet the needs of patients with cancer, and we have professional development at the heart of our strategy.Oversee the continued improvement of the electronic chemotherapy prescribing system and ensure that SACT protocols are managed and maintained as needed.About usWe are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf the advert interests you please take some time to read the attached job description and person specification for a detailed view of what kind of lead we are looking for.Interested and considering applying? We would encourage you to get in touch with us to arrange an informal discussion and/or visit. Look forward to hearing from our next Lead Pharmacist.For further details of the role please see the attached job description.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialsee supporting documentsDesirablesee supporting documentsExperienceEssentialsee supporting documentsDesirablesee supporting documentsKnowledgeEssentialsee supporting documentsDesirablesee supporting documentsSkillsEssentialsee supporting documentsDesirablesee supporting documentsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS TrustAddressUniversity Hospitals CoventryClifford Bridge RoadCoventryCV2 2DXEmployer's websitehttps://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)