42 Oncology jobs in South Africa

Clinical Trial Coordinator (Oncology) IQVIA is looking for a Clinical Trial Coordinator with experience in Oncology based in Rosebank, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expertise in the design, implementation, management, and evaluation of study protocols and research tools; supporting the development of new funding proposals; analysing qualitative and/or quantitative data; and leading scientific papers, reports, and policy briefs for our client in Rosebank. Strong support to existing biomedical projects and capability to lead an area of research is essential. Qualifications: Degree in Biological Science (BSC), Pharmacy, or other health-related discipline preferred; Nursing or other relevant qualification/experience is an advantage. Strong knowledge in Medical, Biomedical, or Epidemiology research (Oncology). 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role. Key Duties: Conduct and facilitate specific start-up activities such as feasibility, site identification, pre-qualification, Site Regulatory Package (SRP) review and approval, Clinical Site Agreements (CSA), and Informed Consent (ICF) customization and negotiation (when required), and application, preparation, and submission, in accordance with relevant regulations, SOPs, and study-specific procedures. Client-focused approach to work. Screenings of Study Feasibilities. Enrolment Visits. Patient Eligibility. Advanced problem-solving skills. Strong computer skills including but not limited to knowledge of a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), and MS-Office products such as Excel and Word. Site Initiation Visits. Ability to interact professionally with external customers. Advanced ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm. Informed Consent discussions with patients. Screening visits. Treatment visits. Follow-up visits. Planning and coordinating blood tests, scans, and other results. Adverse Events, Serious adverse events, and Concomitant Medication. Entering information on e CRF systems, responding to queries.

Medipost Pharmacy is looking to appoint an Oncology Pharmacist for Funded Production. The position reports to the Oncology Manager.

Primary Purpose of the Job

Providing proper patient care as per GPP (Good Pharmacy Practice) regulations. Mailbox management to ensure SLA and Urgent compliance. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Accurate capturing of new or repeat prescriptions, oncology, acute, chronic or private medication.
2. Accurate blind checking of claimed prescriptions and patient medication templates with the urgency of adding prescriptions to WIP and minimize script rejections.
3. Arranging and following up on authorizations and providing relevant feedback.
4. Compliance with SLA requirements by completing mailbox profiles, blind checking, action diaries and follow-up within required timelines.
5. Correct handling of paper claims submission and follow-up on payments where required.
6. Attending to and responding in a professional manner to email messages, incoming calls or inquiries received from patients, SPN’s and management.
7. Handling clinical discussions with patients and health care professionals or SPN’s.
8. Assisting with tracking queries and pre-alerting deliveries.
9. Management of credit returns by correctly logging pick-ups and following up on returns and credits.
10. Ensuring stock care and stock management in terms of all short-dated stock, dormant stock, high-value stock items and assisting with bi-annual stock take if and when required.
11. Attending to stat 30, stat 32 and stat 33 stock rejections.
12. MML/MPR management and compliance where possible and applicable.
13. Handling and validation of Section 21 and Patient Assisted programs (PAF) orders where required.
14. Per patient item ordering on applicable high-value or low-usage items.
15. Claiming of all Gipap/Tipap scripts.
16. Claiming of INV’s received.
17. Attending to OUT OF WIP notifications.
18. Handling rejections if required or if created by user.
19. Assisting administrator and pharmacist assistant in the cluster as and when required.
20. Attending SOP training and revision training.
21. Compliance with Company Policies, Procedures and SOP’s.
22. Engagement with pharmacist assistants (clinical inquiries, training and coaching).
23. Responsible for Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) and pharmacist code of conduct compliance in the cluster and department.
24. Compliance with the POPI regulations act.
25. Training of new pharmacist within the cluster.

Operational Requirements

• Completion of daily work according to level requirement.
• Accuracy when blind checking.
• Attending to action diaries.
• SLA compliance.
• MML adherence.
• Calls and emails received handled professionally and confidentially with accurate information provided in a time cautious manner.
• Queries appropriately followed up and finalized.

Customer Service and Internal Process Compliance (Quality Assurance)

• IR intervention (QA, IPC, Stock returns log, other).
• Customer Satisfaction (Compliments).
• Focus on minimizing errors and customer-related complaints.
• SOP compliance.

Staff Behaviour

• Productive and available according to hours stipulated in contract.
• ESS management of leave according to company policies and requirements.
• Eco time compliance with daily clocking procedures in accordance with company policies and requirements.
• TWB option used correctly by notifying manager and subsequently completing ESS process.
• Housekeeping compliance at 100% as per company expectation on quarterly audit.

Minimum Qualifications

Grade 12

Experience

Minimum 2 years as a pharmacist, including internship and community service. Need to be registered at SAPC. Sound knowledge of Pharmacy Act.

Training Required

Medipost APP system training, SLA training, company policies and procedures, computer literacy, MHRS online authorization system, ESS, etc.

Competencies

Verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, patience, empathy, conflict resolution, customer service orientation, accuracy, data capturing skills, interpersonal skills and relationship building skills, able to work under pressure, adaptability, effective time management, detail-oriented.

Specific Requirements/Other Important Information

• Focused and responsible.
• Sense of urgency to nature of the job.
• Availability to assist with creating or updating processes to improve efficiency.
• Attending inter-departmental training sessions.
• Willingness to provide inter-departmental assistance if and when needed (WIC/Order processing/Call center/Production).
• Willingness to work overtime if required by manager.
• Completing compulsory CPD activities and involvement as a Tutor.
• Group pharmacist-initiated activities, mentoring, and training of Pharmacist assistants.

“Medipost Holdings is committed to the promotion of employment equity within the workplace which is a driving factor in all recruitment decisions. Medipost further encourages and welcomes applications from persons with disabilities in creating a diverse and equitable workplace.”

Closing Statement:

“We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Should you, however, not hear from us within a period of 2 weeks, you can consider your application unsuccessful.”

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Medipost Pharmacy is looking to appoint an Oncology Manager for Funded Production. The position reports to the Production Manager and is based in Parow, Cape Town.

Primary purpose of the job

• Forecasting and Planning of Oncology & Stock teams in accordance with predicted monthly and daily output and target requirements.

• Management of Sub-Departments

1. Optimisation of Stock holding and usage
2. Minimising Write offs & wastage
3. Weekly Reporting to group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
4. Oversee bi-annual Stock takes

Consumables:

1. Oncology & Special medicine
2. Pre-Dispensing
3. Fine-Picking
4. Returns
5. Schedule 6
6. Quarterly usage and balancing of register

• Ensuring compliance of departments with existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

• Review and updating of SOP’s and assisting with compiling of training manuals.

• Management of Staff:

1. Leave processes
2. Disciplinary action
3. Rewards & Recognition Program

• Departmental alignment with other management and operations to ensure outputs and targets are achieved.

• Development, planning and monitoring of reports to ensure daily compliance with service level agreements.

• Recording and analysis of departmental and individual outputs.

• Ensuring housekeeping standards are met within departments in accordance with required Pharmacy standards (GPP).

• Weekly and monthly reporting to Production Manager regarding performance and budget expenditure.

• Perform any ad-hoc projects which might be necessary for the department and group at large.

QUALIFICATIONS

Pharmacist (B.Pharm) and Warehouse/Stock Management Qualification.

EXPERIENCE

3 or more years managerial experience, coupled with a strategic outlook and focus.

2 or more years administrative experience.

2 or more years warehouse/stock management (procurement, stock control, stock levels, invoicing, stock returns processes).

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Medipost Pharmacy is looking to appoint an Oncology Pharmacist for Funded Production. The position reports to the Oncology Manager. Primary Purpose of the Job Providing proper patient care as per GPP (Good Pharmacy Practice) regulations. Mailbox management to ensure SLA and Urgent compliance. This includes but is not limited to: Accurate capturing of new or repeat prescriptions, oncology, acute, chronic or private medication. Accurate blind checking of claimed prescriptions and patient medication templates with the urgency of adding prescriptions to WIP and minimize script rejections. Arranging and following up on authorizations and providing relevant feedback. Compliance with SLA requirements by completing mailbox profiles, blind checking, action diaries and follow-up within required timelines. Correct handling of paper claims submission and follow-up on payments where required. Attending to and responding in a professional manner to email messages, incoming calls or inquiries received from patients, SPN’s and management. Handling clinical discussions with patients and health care professionals or SPN’s. Assisting with tracking queries and pre-alerting deliveries. Management of credit returns by correctly logging pick-ups and following up on returns and credits. Ensuring stock care and stock management in terms of all short-dated stock, dormant stock, high-value stock items and assisting with bi-annual stock take if and when required. Attending to stat 30, stat 32 and stat 33 stock rejections. MML/MPR management and compliance where possible and applicable. Handling and validation of Section 21 and Patient Assisted programs (PAF) orders where required. Per patient item ordering on applicable high-value or low-usage items. Claiming of all Gipap/Tipap scripts. Claiming of INV’s received. Attending to OUT OF WIP notifications. Handling rejections if required or if created by user. Assisting administrator and pharmacist assistant in the cluster as and when required. Attending SOP training and revision training. Compliance with Company Policies, Procedures and SOP’s. Engagement with pharmacist assistants (clinical inquiries, training and coaching). Responsible for Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) and pharmacist code of conduct compliance in the cluster and department. Compliance with the POPI regulations act. Training of new pharmacist within the cluster. Operational Requirements Completion of daily work according to level requirement. Accuracy when blind checking. Attending to action diaries. SLA compliance. MML adherence. Calls and emails received handled professionally and confidentially with accurate information provided in a time cautious manner. Queries appropriately followed up and finalized. Customer Service and Internal Process Compliance (Quality Assurance) IR intervention (QA, IPC, Stock returns log, other). Customer Satisfaction (Compliments). Focus on minimizing errors and customer-related complaints. SOP compliance. Staff Behaviour Productive and available according to hours stipulated in contract. ESS management of leave according to company policies and requirements. Eco time compliance with daily clocking procedures in accordance with company policies and requirements. TWB option used correctly by notifying manager and subsequently completing ESS process. Housekeeping compliance at 100% as per company expectation on quarterly audit. Minimum Qualifications Grade 12 Experience Minimum 2 years as a pharmacist, including internship and community service. Need to be registered at SAPC. Sound knowledge of Pharmacy Act. Training Required Medipost APP system training, SLA training, company policies and procedures, computer literacy, MHRS online authorization system, ESS, etc. Competencies Verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, patience, empathy, conflict resolution, customer service orientation, accuracy, data capturing skills, interpersonal skills and relationship building skills, able to work under pressure, adaptability, effective time management, detail-oriented. Specific Requirements/Other Important Information Focused and responsible. Sense of urgency to nature of the job. Availability to assist with creating or updating processes to improve efficiency. Attending inter-departmental training sessions. Willingness to provide inter-departmental assistance if and when needed (WIC/Order processing/Call center/Production). Willingness to work overtime if required by manager. Completing compulsory CPD activities and involvement as a Tutor. Group pharmacist-initiated activities, mentoring, and training of Pharmacist assistants. “Medipost Holdings is committed to the promotion of employment equity within the workplace which is a driving factor in all recruitment decisions. Medipost further encourages and welcomes applications from persons with disabilities in creating a diverse and equitable workplace.” Closing Statement: “We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Should you, however, not hear from us within a period of 2 weeks, you can consider your application unsuccessful.” #J-18808-Ljbffr

Medipost Pharmacy is looking to appoint an Oncology Manager for Funded Production. The position reports to the Production Manager and is based in Parow, Cape Town. Primary purpose of the job • Forecasting and Planning of Oncology & Stock teams in accordance with predicted monthly and daily output and target requirements. • Management of Sub-Departments Optimisation of Stock holding and usage Minimising Write offs & wastage Weekly Reporting to group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Oversee bi-annual Stock takes Consumables: Oncology & Special medicine Pre-Dispensing Fine-Picking Returns Schedule 6 Quarterly usage and balancing of register • Ensuring compliance of departments with existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). • Review and updating of SOP’s and assisting with compiling of training manuals. • Management of Staff: Leave processes Disciplinary action Rewards & Recognition Program • Departmental alignment with other management and operations to ensure outputs and targets are achieved. • Development, planning and monitoring of reports to ensure daily compliance with service level agreements. • Recording and analysis of departmental and individual outputs. • Ensuring housekeeping standards are met within departments in accordance with required Pharmacy standards (GPP). • Weekly and monthly reporting to Production Manager regarding performance and budget expenditure. • Perform any ad-hoc projects which might be necessary for the department and group at large. QUALIFICATIONS Pharmacist (B. Pharm) and Warehouse/Stock Management Qualification. EXPERIENCE 3 or more years managerial experience, coupled with a strategic outlook and focus. 2 or more years administrative experience. 2 or more years warehouse/stock management (procurement, stock control, stock levels, invoicing, stock returns processes). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Overview

Oncology Nursing Sister role at Cancercare SA .

To provide holistic patient centered nursing care to oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy and other modalities of treatment in accordance to Cancercare’s standards, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• To assess, develop, implement, evaluate and record patient care.
• To work with members of inter professional team to ensure quality of care for patients are maintained and that the patients’ needs are met.
• To conform to the Health and Safety regulations whilst dealing with cytotoxic chemotherapies ensuring a safe working environment.
• To provide evidence based clinical advice, education and support to patients and relatives.
• To comply with relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols and codes of conduct of Cancercare and the bodies that accredit our company and profession.

Interpersonal factor

• As per professional all services delivered needs to be in line with Cancercare Values, CARE. Each task needs to be consistently executed whilst at all times displaying a positive influence on all stakeholders and within the general working environment. It is expected from the employee to deliver all the tasks reflecting a willingness to operate outside the scope of the job description as per operational requirements. The factors below cannot therefore be reviewed and assessed in isolation.
• To display the company values: C – Compassion, A – Accountability, R – Respect, E – Ethics (CARE)

Administration of chemotherapy and other oncology treatments

• Acts in a supervisory capacity over Chemotherapy Extenders/Physician Extenders.
• Provide and supervise the delivery of evidence based holistic nursing care, using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and record the plan of care for patients undergoing chemotherapy.
• Correctly interpreting and managing blood results, in consultation with a doctor
• Monitor, interpret and record patient’s vital data, reporting abnormalities to the doctor.
• Establish and keep record of patients allergies.
• Provide patients with relevant written information regarding their treatment and ensure patient has a signed informed consent.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in intravenous access, the management of intravenous catheters, including the management of extravasation.
• Program the infusion pumps as applicable to patient specifics and instruct patients on the usage of pumps for home care as applicable.
• Administer chemotherapy and other oncology treatment including anti-emetics and supportive therapy according to protocol.
• Verify chemotherapy drugs as per protocol and query the rationale behind the decision of chemotherapy regimens that varies from standard regimens with the treating oncologist.
• Educate patient on the effects and side effects of chemotherapy and other oncology treatments.
• Prevent, identify, report and record adverse reactions of chemotherapy and other oncology treatments to the doctor.
• Provide emotional support for patient and family during treatment and refer to Oncology Social Worker as necessary.
• Co-ordinate follow up of treatment plans by scheduling patients correctly.
• Provide applicable discharge instructions and health education to patients and significant others including an emergency contact number of a health care professional who is available 24hours.
• Collaborate with members of the inter-professional team and service providers to ensure optimal patient.
• Recordstatistical data.
• To ensure scientific nursing practice within the legal framework of nursing.
• To ensure that accurate documentation of patient care within legal framework of nursing
• To promptly react and report any abnormal blood results
• To identify and assess patient's condition and readiness to receive chemotherapy
• Informed patients
• To maintain aseptic principles as applicable and prevent the risk of vesicants and irritants
• Daily scheduling of all patients
• To accurately administer the correct dose of chemotherapy
• To accurately administer the correct dose of chemotherapy to the correct patient
• Administer safe treatment within the company policies
• To ensure that the emotional needs and health education needs of the patient is met.
• To ensure continued care and correct scheduling of all patients
• To ensure updated communication of patient’s information to all healthcare providers involved in the patients care.
• Updated monthly stats.

Safety awareness and risk management

• Practice the principle of infection prevention and control and adhere to all standard precautions inclusive of PPE’s as per institutional policy.
• Adhere to the Sharps protocol.
• Maintain a therapeutic, clean and safe working environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Keep a record of chemotherapy adverse events.
• Ensure effective risk prevention and report and act upon potential/actual risk identified
• Apply Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation as necessary.
• Correctly use clean and store equipment as per institutional policy.
• Report equipment needing repair or replacement to the registered nurse/UBM.
• Adhere to the Medical Waste management principles inclusive of cytotoxic waste
• Check emergency trolley/oxygen cylinders
• Prevent and educate patients on the risk of falling as applicable
• To minimize the risk of infections.
• To prevent sharp injuries.
• Compliance and adherence to legislation and policies
• To ensure staff and patient safety
• Ensure appropriate resources present to avoid treatment delay.

Quality assurance

• Actively support and participate in ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement activities.
• Adhere to patient satisfaction program as per institutional program and protocol.
• Refer patient complaints to the chemo supervisor/UBM/Doctor.
• To ensure quality care rendered.

Billing

• Correct capturing of patient billings daily.
• Ordering of Consumables as necessary
• Confirm correct medical aid authorization of treatment.
• To ensure correct billing of patients.

Continued Professional Development

• Keep up to date with Cancer care’s policies and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing in personal and professional development.
• Maintain personal competence in BLS.
• Maintain personal competence in GCP for trials where applicable.
• Assist with the coaching of subordinates and junior staff within the unit
• Participate in unit academics.
• To ensure and improve knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to oncology practice.
• To practice safely and ethically.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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A Leading Pharmaceutical Company - Brand Manager (Oncology)

Reference: CPT -CH-3

A Leading Pharmaceutical Company has a vacancy for a Brand Manager role within Oncology.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement strategies, tactical plans and marketing communications in accordance with business strategies in commercial, channel, and portfolio area.
2. Lead, prepare and implement innovative and measurable marketing campaigns and initiatives in line with marketing plans, and track performance and recommend necessary changes to optimize performance of the marketing function.
3. Communicate, collaborate, coordinate and seek approval on marketing activities with top management.
4. Oversee new product introduction and provide comprehensive launch plans and execute within budget.
5. Cost-effective management and tracking of the marketing budget.
6. Oversee the development and provision of all marketing material.
7. Utilize quantitative and qualitative market data and business intelligence to develop marketing plans, campaigns, and tactical initiatives.
8. Assist with portfolio gap analysis, forecasting, and business development.
9. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and codes of conduct.
10. Maintain a high level of professionalism and service with external and internal customers, enhancing the company image through consistent communication.
11. Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs where appropriate.
12. Provide proactive support to the sales team, including articulation of campaign and tactical plans, effective use of marketing material, and field travel.
13. Manage consultants and marketing and promotion agencies.
14. Provide top management with relevant input in business reviews and annual planning sessions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Professional degree in Marketing.
2. 5 plus years of experience in marketing, preferably within the generic pharmaceutical industry.
3. Experience within Oncology.
4. Knowledge of applicable marketing codes & compliance.
5. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Candidates that meet the criteria may submit their applications via this portal or via the vacancy link on
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• Clinical Competence and Strong quality patient care orientation

• High energy levels and tolerance for stress

• Good work management, planning and organising skills

p>• Problem analysis/solving skills and accurate record keeping

p>• Adaptable and able to work effectively within a team

p>• Detail orientated especially with regards to stock control

p>• Liaison between patients, doctors and personnel

p>• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels

• Matric

p>• Registered with SANC

p>• Minimum 2-3 years’ post qualification experience

p>• Shift work compulsory • Work overtime when required

Project Leads are an integral part of clinical trial delivery, liaising with clinical teams to improve patients' lives by bringing new drugs to the market faster. The Project Lead is an essential member of the core project team responsible for project delivery of clinical studies to meet contractual requirements in accordance with SOPs, policies and practices. Clinical Project Management is focused on project delivery, productivity and quality resulting in strong financial performance and customer satisfaction. Clinical Project leads can run their own studies. The Project Lead focus is on leveraging therapeutic expertise and IQVIA's suite of solutions to drive operational excellence and strategic leadership with our customers
**Essential Functions**
- Participate in bid defense presentations in partnership with Business Development and may lead the presentation for smaller, less complex regional studies.
- May be responsible for delivery and management of smaller, less complex, regional studies.
- Develop integrated study management plans with the core project team.
- Accountable for the execution of clinical studies, or assigned portion of clinical studies, per contract while optimizing speed, quality and cost of delivery and ensuring consistent use of study tools and training materials and compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures.
- Set objectives of the core project team and/or sub-team(s) according to agreed upon contract, strategy and approach, effectively communicate and assess performance.
- Collaborate with other functional groups within the company where necessary to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles.
- Monitor progress against contract and prepare/present project and/or sub-team information proactively to stakeholders internally and externally.
- Manage risk (positive and negative) and contingencies proactively and lead problem solving and resolution efforts.
- Achieve project quality by identifying quality risks and issues, responding to issues raised by project team and/or sub-team members and planning/implementing appropriate corrective and preventative action plans.
- May serve as primary or backup project contact with customer and would then own the relationship with the project's key customer contacts, as well as communicate/collaborate with IQVIA business development representatives, as necessary.;
- Build the cross-functional project team and lead their efforts; responsible for managing cross-collaboration of the core team and for overall project delivery to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles.;
- Ensure the financial success of the project.
- Forecast and identify opportunities to accelerate activities to bring revenue forward.
- Identify changes in scope and manage change control process as necessary.
- Identify lessons learned and implement best practices.
- May be assigned as the primary contact for vendors leading project vendor management and vendor management related activities as per project requirements.;
- Adopt corporate initiatives and changes and serve as a change advocate when necessary.
- Provide input to line managers of their project team members' performance relative to project tasks.
- Support staff development and mentor less experienced project team members on assigned projects to support their professional development.;
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's Degree Life sciences or related field
- 5 years of prior relevant experience including > 1 years project management experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Advanced knowledge of job area, and broad knowledge of other related job areas, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
- Knowledge of clinical trials - Knowledge of clinical trial conduct, and skill in applying applicable clinical research regulatory requirements i.e. ICH GCP and relevant local laws, regulations and guidelines, towards clinical trial conduct.
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