Specialist Pharmacist-Cancer Services

University Hospitals of North Midlands; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Band 7 Specialist Pharmacist for Cancer Services. This full-time position requires commitment to patient-focused pharmaceutical care and involvement in clinical services across various settings. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in cancer pharmacotherapy and a dedication to continuous professional development. Opportunities for training and development are provided. Contact for further information is Isabel Roberts, the Lead Cancer Pharmacist.

Benefits

Supportive research-oriented environment

Opportunities for career development

Exposure to pharmacotherapeutic innovation

Qualifications

• Band 7 specialist cancer pharmacist with commitment to professional development.
• Knowledge of The British Oncology Pharmacy Association standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services to out-patient clinics and in-patient wards.
• Support the technician medicines reconciliation service.
• Develop clinical skills in cancer pharmacotherapy.
• Encourage training to become a non-medical prescriber.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy services

Strong communication skills

Cancer pharmacotherapy knowledge

Training and development commitment

Education

Band 7 specialist cancer pharmacist

Job description

Band 7 Specialist Pharmacist – Cancer Services

Full time with weekend and Bank Holiday commitment (part time considered).

About the Role

The Pharmacy Directorate houses modern, purpose-built departments across the County and Royal Stoke hospital sites and collaborates closely with Keele University School of Pharmacy. The team is enthusiastic and forward‑thinking, delivering high‑quality, patient‑focused pharmaceutical care and optimising medicines use through continuous service redesign.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services to out‑patient clinics, in‑patient ward, local hospice and clinical trials at the Royal Stoke site and, where required, at the County site.
• Support the technician medicines reconciliation service for all new SACT patients and SACT ACTs, enabling pharmacists to focus on clinical care.
• Develop and enhance clinical skills in cancer pharmacotherapy under the training programme aligned with the British Oncology Pharmacy Association standards.
• Encourage and undertake further training to become a non‑medical prescriber; support expanded prescribing clinics within oncology and haematology.

Qualifications

• Band 7 specialist cancer pharmacist.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and training in line with The British Oncology Pharmacy Association standards.

Benefits & Career Development

Support from a modern, research‑oriented environment across two sites, opportunities to work within a dedicated oncology team, and exposure to pharmacotherapeutic innovation.

About University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

One of the largest and most modern trusts, serving 3 million people across Royal Stoke and County Hospital. Recognised for teaching, research, and as a specialist trauma centre.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for career development. We encourage all staff to commit to the Trust values, ensuring a supportive environment.

Contact for Further Information

Name: Isabel Roberts
Title: Lead Cancer Pharmacist
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]