DepartmentTLA
Candidate NameAmdadur Rahman
Mobile Phone07940253138
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GradeBand 8
SpecialtyPharmacist
Please summarise your career over the last 3 years

DECEMBER 2022- TILL PRESENT
National SACT Protocol Writer, Spire Healthcare (Part-Time)
• Created new systemic anticancer therapy (SACT) protocols as per consultant requests
• Conducted systematic reviews of existing SACT protocols to ensure they are up to date with national and international standards.
• Provided training and support to new oncology pharmacists

DECEMEBER 2022- NOVEMBER 2023
Consultant Clinical Trials Pharmacist, Polar Speed, a UPS Company (Part-Time)
• Developed and set-up a new modernized centralized clinical trials pharmacy dispensary unit
• Created over 20 new clinical trial specific SOPs that are in line with MHRA regulations
• Produced and conducted robust training program for 30+ employees

AUGUST 2022- NOVEMBER 2022 (LOCUM)
Lead Oncology Pharmacist, Spire Wellesley
• Screened and verified SACT prescriptions as well as checking and releasing these chemotherapy regimens.
• Provided a clinical ward pharmacy service delivering outstanding pharmaceutical care to meet the patient’s needs.
• Supported consultants and patients whilst also advising the oncology unit on the safe management, appropriate and cost-effective management of medicines and ensuring compliance with current legislation and professional standards.

JUNE 2022- AUGUST 2022 (LOCUM)
Senior Aseptic/Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacist, Royal Marsden Hospital
• Accurately conducted Quality Assurance processes of checking clinical trial chemotherapy medications as well as releasing genetically modified products.
• Managed delivery of the specialist pharmacy service of oncology clinical trials with a portfolio of over 200 active trials.

FEBRUARY 2019 – JUNE 2022
Senior Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacist, SCRI UK
• Actively engaging in first- in human trials of oncology therapies in the only unit outside the NHS to offer new anti-cancer drugs in therapeutic clinical trials.
• Diligently performing high quality audits for associated pharmaceutical sponsors and preparing the pharmacy team for FDA and MHRA inspections.
• Heavily involved in the training of staff within the aseptic unit for new and oncoming trials.
• Enthusiastically designing and delivering training and on boarding for new clinical staff members including nurses and doctors on the prescribing and administration of clinical trial medications.
JULY 2018 – JANUARY 2019 (LOCUM)
Clinical Trials Pharmacist, Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Enhanced communication channels between various clinical departments to reduce patient waiting times by 50%.
• Worked in a busy clinical trials department with 50 ongoing trials to oversee various clinical studies, accurately reviewing and providing advice on study protocols.
• Resourcefully created SOPs whilst highlighting and updating outdated procedures.

JULY 2017 – JUNE 2018
Aseptic Pharmacist, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
• Developed a strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and Quality Control (QC) procedures.
• Accurately conducted Quality Assurance processes of checking TPNs, chemotherapy medications as well as releasing over labelled products.
• Applied understanding of haematology and chemotherapy prescriptions to screen therapies using specialised computer software.

AUGUST 2016 – JULY 2017
Rotational Pharmacist, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
• Worked in various fast paced, high turnaround wards including Admissions Medicines Unit, Acute Admissions Unit and Surgical wards, supporting Health Care Professionals to resolve clinical challenges.
• Delivered compelling presentations to educate pre-registration and junior pharmacists on how to conduct an accurate medication history as well as raising awareness of the processes involved for to accurately screen a prescription.
• Provided evidence-based tailored advice on the pharmaceutical care of patients in order to support clinicians, delivering a high-quality and cost-effective service.

APRIL 2016 – JULY 2016
Locum Mental Health Pharmacist, Fulbourn Hospital
• Communicated clear and concise medicines information, to carers and staff ensuring that written information was tailored to individual needs of the patient.
• Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to advise on medicines and therapy, closely monitoring patients according to trust guidelines.

FEBRUARY 2016 - APRIL 2016
Locum Dispensary Pharmacist, North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
• Maintained a high level service, ensuring prescriptions were completed within the 30 minute target timeframe.
• Empathetically provided counselling to patients regarding their medication and how best to optimise treatment.

DECEMBER 2015 – FEBRUARY 2016
Pharmacy Manager, Prime Pharmacy
JULY 2014 – JULY 2015
Pre-Registration Pharmacist, Barking, Havering Redbridge NHS Trust
OCTOBER 2011- DECEMBER 2014
Dispenser/ Pharmacy Assistant, Waller’s Pharmacy

Education & Qualifications
2018 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL PHARMACY PRACTICE, ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
2009 – 2014 MPHARM, UCL SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
2007 – 2009 A LEVEL, BARKING ABBEY SIXTH FORM | 2002 – 2007 GCSE, BARKING ABBEY SCHOOL.

Have you ever been disciplined, suspended, or are you currently under investigation by an NHS Trust, GPHC or other employer (including other agencies) – if yes, please give details

No

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What is your understanding of the Medicines Act 1968?

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Candidate NameAmdadur Rahman
Candidate Signature
Date of Candidate Signature10/03/2024
Date of Interviewer Signature11/03/2024
Did the candidate have a good command of the English language?
  • Yes
Was the candidate pleasant and polite?
  • Yes
Was the candidate courteous and helpful?
  • Yes
Are you happy to offer this candidate work on the basis of this interview?
  • Yes