Advanced Specialist Pharmacist, Waterford

Excel Healthcare Recruitment are looking for an – Oncology / Haematology to join our client, a leading private hospital in Waterford.

Location: Waterford

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Highly competitive – dependent on experience

Benefits

Competitive salary package Pension scheme and life assurance Paid maternity and paternity leave Critical illness cover Enhanced annual leave entitlement Flexible working opportunities Ongoing CPD and career development support Performance and recognition programmes Supportive multidisciplinary working environment

About the Job

This is a senior specialist role focused on leading Oncology and Haematology pharmacy services within a hospital setting. You will provide expert clinical input, support medication safety and governance, and help drive innovation, service development, and quality improvement across the pharmacy department.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery and development of oncology/haematology clinical pharmacy services Provide expert advice on Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) and specialist medicines Manage formulary changes, medicine shortages, and cost-effective medication use Develop and maintain SOPs, clinical guidelines, and medicines information resources Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise medication management Lead audits, KPI reporting, research, and quality improvement initiatives Support budgeting, drug utilisation reporting, and strategic pharmacy planning Supervise, mentor, and develop pharmacy team members as required Participate in governance meetings, accreditation, and service development projects

Requirements

Registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland, or eligible for registration Minimum 4 years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience Strong clinical background with oncology/haematology exposure desirable Proven leadership, organisational, and people management skills Experience in audit, quality improvement, and service development Evidence of continued professional development

If you have the required experience and are interested in this role, please apply below to Barbara Kelly in complete confidence or call 087 737 9636.