Senior Oncology Pharmacist

Recruit. Net International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care. We are hiring a Senior Oncology Pharmacist into a Hospital in Dublin, Ireland.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical oncology and aseptic pharmacy services, including advice to medical and nursing staff. Ensure compliance with pharmacy department procedures, hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and health and safety standards. Participate in clinical ward rounds and provide advice on safe, effective, and cost-efficient prescribing.

Perform medication reconciliation for admitted patients, verifying medication histories, allergies, and suitability of patients’ own medicines. Review inpatient prescriptions for clinical accuracy, appropriate dosing, and cost-effectiveness. Monitor patients’ responses to treatment, interpret blood results, advise on dose adjustments, and support therapeutic drug monitoring.

Monitor and report adverse drug reactions and medication incidents in line with national guidance. Perform technical checks, clinical validation, and final release of aseptically prepared products, including intravenous additives and cytotoxic chemotherapy. Screen chemotherapy prescriptions, including oral chemotherapy, intrathecal chemotherapy, and non-standard regimens, where appropriately trained and authorised.

Handle queries regarding aseptic preparation, drug calculations, stability, and preparation requirements. Support the development of oncology treatment regimens, clinical protocols, and prescribing guidelines.

Requirements

Registration with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI). A minimum of three years’ post-registration hospital pharmacy experience, preferably with experience implementing e-prescribing systems. Oncology pharmacy experience. Knowledge of clinical pharmacy practice, oncology medicines, chemotherapy prescribing, and aseptic services.

Knowledge of medication safety, clinical guidelines, therapeutic drug monitoring, and adverse drug reaction reporting. Competence in hospital e-prescribing systems and related clinical technologies. Ability to provide clinical advice and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Commitment to continuing professional development in accordance with PSI/IIOP guidelines.

Willingness to participate in on-call duties, weekend rosters, and flexible service arrangements.

Benefits

Complete Payment for Private Health Insurance Great Salaries Assistance with Education Incredible Opportunities for Careers Discounted Parking Maternity Leave