Advanced Specialist Pharmacist - Waterford

Job Title: Advanced Specialist Pharmacist – Oncology/Haematology

Location: Waterford

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Recruitment Partner: Cpl, Healthcare

About the Role

Cpl, Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a leading hospital for an experienced Advanced Specialist Pharmacist specializing in Oncology and Haematology. This full-time, permanent position offers a key leadership role within the pharmacy service, focusing on delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy support in a specialized clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the provision of pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy services to inpatient wards and specialized clinical areas.
• Ensure patient care and safety are prioritized at all times.
• Manage and optimize clinical information systems related to Oncology/Haematology pharmacy services.
• Develop, review, and implement medication policies, protocols, and guidelines, including those related to Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).
• Oversee safe and cost-effective management of medications, including formulary decisions and stock shortages.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve medication management and clinical guidelines.
• Lead audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives within the pharmacy service.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for pharmacy staff.
• Participate in hospital governance, committees, and service transformation strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.
• Minimum of 4 years post-registration hospital pharmacy experience, including clinical and line management roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in clinical pharmacy, ideally with experience in oncology/haematology.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and resource management skills.
• Experience with change management and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• Formal management or leadership training.
• Experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Background in aseptic compounding or cancer specialty pharmacy services.
• Additional qualifications such as a postgraduate diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related pay.
• Comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave, pension plan, and critical illness cover.
• Enhanced annual leave and flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and continuous professional learning.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment.

For further information or to discuss the role please contact Stephen Copeland on 014825424 or by emailing stephen.copeland@cplhealthcare.com