BHSCT Regional Lead Cancer Pharmacist- Managed Access and Rebates Band 8A
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Branch: Belfast HSCT
Location: CANCER CENTRE BELFAST CITY HOSPITAL
Salary: Band 8a (£55,690 - £62,682)
Contract Type: Permanent
Opening date: 06/11/26
Closes: Fri, 20 November 2026 @ 4:30 PM
Interview Dates: to be confirmed.

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Band 8a Regional Lead Cancer Pharmacist- Managed Access and Rebates

JOB TITLE: Regional Lead Cancer Pharmacist- Managed Access and Rebates
BAND: Band 8A
DIRECTORATE: Cancer & Specialist Services
LOCATION: Belfast City Hospital, Cancer Centre
REPORTS TO: Regional Lead Cancer Services Pharmacist
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Professional Manager Pharmacy Services, Specialist and Community Services

Job Summary
The postholder will be part of the Regional Cancer Pharmacy Team and will be responsible for leading, delivering and evaluating pharmaceutical issues relating to the managed entry and exit of NICE Technology appraisals (TAs) which are recommended for use via Managed Access across Northern Ireland Cancer services. The postholder will also develop and use expert skills and specialist knowledge in the core cancer area(s) to directly and indirectly improve the standard of pharmaceutical care delivered to patients whilst also improving the patient experience.

Periodically, for business continuity purposes and ensuring service delivery, you may be required to work, within your sphere of competence, on other pharmacy sites within the Trust.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Professional practice
Managed access agreements

• Work collaboratively with Regional Pharmaceutical Procurement Service to negotiate, agree, and operationalise managed access agreements for cancer drugs, including associated rebate arrangements, to maximise patient access and financial reimbursement to Trusts.

Clinical management

• Manage the entry and exit of NICE Technology appraisals (TAs) which are recommended for use within the Cancer Drug Fund (CDF), across Northern Ireland Cancer services.
• Work with the Regional Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services and Northern Ireland Cancer network (NICaN) site specific groups in the development and maintenance of systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) protocols, to include but not restricted to CDF recommended NICE TAs.
• Work with the Lead RISOH pharmacists in building and checking of regimens on to the electronic prescribing system, to include but not restricted to CDF recommended NICE TAs.
• Work with the Regional Service Impact Assessment group leading on the impact assessment of CDF recommended NICE TAs.
• Lead on the review of regional service impact assessment for NICE TAs exiting the CDF.
• Develop and maintain a database of CDF recommended NICE TAs.
• Be a source of expert specialist advice on the CDF to clinicians and other users.
• Be a source of expert specialist advice on pharmacy, prescribing and medicines management to clinicians and other users.

Rebate collection

• Ensure the collection of CDF rebates due is maximised across Cancer Services in Northern Ireland.
• Lead on the development of standard operating procedures for methodology of data collection from simple to complex rebates working with pharma companies, pharmaceutical procurement and pharmacy cancer services across Northern Ireland.
• Interrogate and retrieve clinical indication data from the RISOH and alternative sources of information including Pharmacy records, Encompass data and 'Cost per Case' information.
• Analyse and interpret complex data and present in a structured and logical manner to key stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with the lead NICE Managed Access Pharmacist (Regional Procurement) to produce a CDF monitoring expenditure and rebate reimbursement report for Trusts and commissioners.
• Work collaboratively with the lead NICE Managed Access Pharmacist (Regional Procurement) to produce a regular report for HSC Trust procurement leads and Heads of Pharmacy and Medicines Management in rebate history and delivery.
• Liaise with the Pharmacy Administration Leads where appropriate, for rebates to ensure that the administrative aspects of the rebate are taken forward to finance.
• Communicate service-related information at all levels of the HSC and with key external agencies and specialists, where the advice given must demonstrate due process with appropriate consideration of priorities.

Monitoring expenditure

• Develop a report to identify expenditure on CDF indications.
• Work closely with Trust Cancer Leads and the Regional Pharmaceutical Procurement Service Leads to put in place robust arrangements to monitor the level of CDF rebate received for each NICE technology appraisal across the region.
• Present complex data in a structured, logical manner to ensure that it is easily interpreted.
• Working collaboratively with the lead NICE Managed Access Pharmacist (Regional Procurement) regularly produce a CDF monitoring expenditure and rebate reimbursement report for trusts and commissioners.
• Working with the Regional Cancer Services pharmacist provide professional advice, data and support as required to HSCB Directorates, Public Health Agency and to BSO to aid service delivery and performance management.

Patient Services

• Lead and deliver a high quality, safe, effective service in line with extant regulatory requirements, expert guidance and professional standards.
• Consistently deliver and promote best practices, in compliance with the quality standards for medicines optimisation, to ensure the appropriate, safe and effective use of medicines and to support better health outcomes.
• Demonstrate, apply and communicate specialist clinical knowledge in the range of therapies used in the treatment and support of cancer patients in identified core areas.
• Verify prescriptions for systemic anticancer therapies (SACT) in accordance with the relevant standards.
• Contribute to the managed entry of new drug technologies for the treatment of cancer in the identified core areas.
• Contribute to the development of treatment protocols for drug regimens on approved treatment algorithms and clinical management guidelines.
• Be an active member of the relevant multidisciplinary cancer team(s).
• Contribute to reducing risk in the cancer treatment pathways.
• Identify opportunities to minimise expenditure on pharmacy supplies.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives to bring about measurable improvements in patient care and use of resources.
• Demonstrate and be able to apply expert clinical knowledge and an advanced level of clinical reasoning and judgement.
• Ensure compliance with the Trust Medicines Code and delivery of the clinical governance and Quality Improvement agenda in relation to medicines use.

Management & leadership

• Lead the rebate management process and provide assurance and oversight under the leadership of the Regional Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services.
• Ensure partnership working across the Strategic planning & Performance Group (SPPG), HSC Trusts and NICaN, with appropriate stakeholder involvement in all of the above, to improve services, increase efficiency and promote safety and achieve improved outcomes for patients/public.
• Work collaboratively with the lead NICE Managed Access Pharmacist (Regional procurement) will work together in engaging with Pharma companies to develop streamlined efficient processes.
• Demonstrate a whole-system, patient-focused approach.
• Inspire others by acting as a role model, demonstrating commitment to the service and behaving consistently and in a way that reflects the principles and values of the Trust.
• Identify and develop opportunities to modernise, improve and develop services in alignment with Trust quality and safety strategies.
• Work strategically and collaboratively with colleagues, service managers and senior pharmacy, medical and nursing staff to achieve shared goals.
• Manage annual leave, sickness absence and matters pertaining to performance and conduct of immediate reports.
• Manage claims for payment in respect of exceptions to normal working hours, on-call and travel, while endeavouring to avoid overpayments.
• Review individually, at least annually, the performance of any immediate subordinate staff and provide guidance and training where appropriate.
• Participate on recruitment and selection panels for junior pharmacy staff.
• Plan and organise own daily work according to agreed objectives and timeframes.
• Contribute to the process of investigating and responding to complaints.
• Recognise and utilise innovative practice.

Collaborative working

• Work collaboratively with and support the other members of the Regional Cancer Pharmacy Team.
• Ensure strong links and integration with relevant stakeholders and be proactive in seeking their views in the maintenance and development of the service.
• Communicate with and influence a range of healthcare staff regarding the implementation of new processes, where there may be barriers to acceptance of the required change processes.
• Prioritise and communicate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure that expectations are managed.
• Ensure the appropriate implementation of national guidance relevant to the specialist area.
• Attend and represent relevant regional groups.
• Ensure local, regional, national agendas are delivered.
• Represent pharmacy at relevant meetings and conferences.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of the clinical elements of RISOH working in collaboration with the appropriate multi-professional staff and cancer.
• Work with the Regional Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services and the NICaN site specific groups in the maintenance and further development of clinical management guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with senior pharmacy and medical staff, the multi-professional team and management.

Education & research

• Participate in life-long learning, maintain awareness of current practice, a current CPD Portfolio and attend such courses and training as may be deemed necessary by the Pharmacy Services Manager and/ or the Regional Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services.
• Develop expert skills and specialist knowledge in the identified core cancer areas.
• Maintain a broad knowledge base of pharmacy practice.
• Manage the uptake of mandatory training by immediate reports.
• Identify training needs of staff and develop strategies to meet these needs.
• Contribute to the induction and training of haematology / oncology Pharmacy staff.
• Provide education and training to staff from other NHS Trusts/ organisations and non-NHS personnel on request/ as required.
• Act as a tutor or mentor for staff undertaking, departmentally agreed postgraduate studies.
• Tutor foundation year trainees.
• Contribute to the teaching and training of foundation year trainees.
• Mentor candidates undertaking the Vocational / Foundation Training programme.
• Mentor candidates undertaking the Advanced Pharmacy Practice programme.
• Integrate research evidence into practice.
• Identify gaps in the evidence base.
• Undertake own research and audit.

General requirements

• Deputise for the Regional Lead Pharmacist for Cancer Services as necessary.
• Act as the Responsible Pharmacist when required.
• Comply with all relevant CPD requirements.
• Provide a service in accordance with published standards and local policies and ensure safe systems of working and compliance with written procedures.
• Ensure the completion and maintenance of appropriate documentation and records.
• Ensure that the output and quality of the service is maintained in relation to short- and longer-term objectives.
• Motivate and maintain staff relationships and morale.
• Participate in pharmacy on-call rota and able to make arrangements to respond to calls within the designated time period of 30 minutes.
• Undertake other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.
• Participate in dispensary duties.
• Participate, if required, in the BHSCT Extended Hours Service.
• Participate, if required, in the BHSCT On-Call Rota.
• Participate in the Weekend and Statutory Duty Rota.
• Maintain required standards of appearance and dress.
• Support the Trust in its drive for seven day working in order to ensure it best meets the needs of our patients.

Pharmacy Services are provided from a number of locations across the Belfast Trust and you will be required to work from any of those Trust sites during the Saturday, EHS or On-call service.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither meant to be definitive nor restrictive and may be modified to meet changing needs. It should be noted therefore that duties, designation and location of post might be subject to change in the future to meet the changing requirements of the service.

General Responsibilities

• Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:
• At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
• Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy.
• Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
• Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.
• Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
• Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
• Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.
• The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.
• The post holder will, in the event of a concern being raised with them, ensure it is managed correctly under the Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy, and ensure that feedback/learning is communicated at individual, team and organisational level regarding the concerns raised, and how they were resolved.

Information Governance
All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy
The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control
The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes:

• Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments');
• Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique;
• Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment;
• Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);
• Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
• Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;
• Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;
• Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement
Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE / BAND: Regional Lead Cancer Pharmacist- Managed Access and Rebates / Band 8a
DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Pharmacy Services / Surgery & Specialist Services

Notes to applicants:

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined below at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria.
• Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Experience: Have a minimum of 2 years post registration experience as a qualified hospital pharmacist at Band 7 or above. Experience in the pharmaceutical management of cancer patients. Method: Shortlisting by Application Form / Interview.
Qualifications/Registration: M.Pharm or equivalent. Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland or eligible for membership. Minimum of a post-graduate Masters or higher qualification or minimum of a post-graduate Diploma and due to complete the masters qualification by 31st August 2027. Method: Shortlisting by Application Form.
Other: Be able to respond to an emergency call within 30 minutes under normal travelling conditions and have access to transport in order to respond. Where disability prohibits driving, this criteria will be waived if the applicant is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements. Method: Shortlisting by Application Form.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (measured at interview): Highly computer literate; Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills; Good organisational and time-management skills; Evidence of team working and building strong relationships. Method: Interview.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA
Experience, Qualifications, Registration: Confidence, enthusiasm and ability to motivate self and others; Experience of delivering education and training programmes; Flexible approach to working methods. Method: Shortlisting by Application Form / Interview.

NOTE: Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.

If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment.

Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

Healthcare Leadership Competencies
Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will need to demonstrate at interview that they have the required competencies to be effective in this demanding leadership role. The competencies concerned are set out in the NHS Healthcare Leadership Model, details of which can be found at: http://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/resources/healthcare-leadership-model. Particular attention will be given to the following: Inspiring shared purpose; Leading with care; Evaluating information; Connecting our service; Sharing the vision; Engaging the team; Holding to account; Developing capability; Influencing for results.

All staff are expected to display the HSC Values at all times.

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