NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced pharmacists to join the Cancer Services Pharmacy Bank within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Based primarily at the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, the successful candidates will provide specialist clinical pharmacy support across cancer services throughout the Board area.
Working within a highly specialised multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the safe and timely delivery of cancer treatments, providing expert clinical input to support Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), aseptic services, inpatient wards and Day Bed Unit activity.
This role is ideally suited to experienced pharmacists with current or recent cancer services experience who are looking to provide flexible bank support within a specialist cancer setting.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a fixed-term post for 3 months
- You will be working part-time hours (7.5) per week; the shift pattern has yet to be confirmed
- This post is based at Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre (BWOSCC)
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Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
Key responsibilities:
You will provide specialist clinical pharmacy support across cancer services, undertaking Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) prescription verification in accordance with local governance arrangements and professional standards.
You will contribute to the safe and timely delivery of cancer treatment by supporting Day Bed Unit activity, inpatient ward services and aseptic production and treatment release processes.
Working closely with pharmacy, nursing and medical colleagues will help maintain continuity of patient care while ensuring safe, effective and resilient service delivery, and will also provide clinical advice, guidance and support to less experienced pharmacy staff where appropriate and respond flexibly to changing service demands.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
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Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
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Substantial post-registration pharmacy experience.
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Significant specialist experience within cancer services.
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Current or recent competence in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) prescription verification.
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Excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work effectively under pressure within a busy clinical environment.
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Flexible approach to working in response to service requirements.
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Experience supporting aseptic production services.
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Experience working within Day Bed Unit and inpatient oncology services.
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Previous experience supervising or supporting junior pharmacy staff.
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Knowledge of current governance, safety and quality standards relating to cancer pharmacy services.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:Lesley-Anne Tait - Lead Pharmacist, Clinical Services on 0141 201 6068 or [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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