Specialist Pharmacist Cancer services
The closing date is 09 April 2026
Are you an ambitious and motivated pharmacist looking to specialise in Cancer Services?
University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 7 Pharmacist to join our dynamic Cancer Services Pharmacy Team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and provide high-quality pharmaceutical care to patients across Oncology, Haematology, and Palliative Care services.
The role offers exposure to both clinical and technical aspects of cancer pharmacy, supporting the safe prescribing, screening and delivery of systemic anti‑cancer therapy (SACT), alongside involvement in aseptic services and service‑development initiatives.
You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team across UHD, contributing to patient‑centred care while developing advanced clinical and operational skills within a specialist area.
Base: University Hospitals Dorset – cross‑site working (Poole and Royal Bournemouth Hospital)
Interview date: 21st April 2026
Main duties of the job
Why Join Us?
* Exciting opportunities: Work in a specialised field with exposure to cutting‑edge treatments, clinical trials, chemotherapy services, novel therapies and gain valuable experience in the practical implementation of pharmacogenetics.
* Career growth: Advance your expertise with tailored training programmes, mentorship from senior pharmacists, including two consultant pharmacists, and opportunities to lead service improvements and develop medication policies.
* Team spirit: Join a collaborative and friendly multidisciplinary cancer team that values your contributions and is dedicated to supporting your professional growth.
* Flexibility: Benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to ensure a healthy work‑life balance.
* Beautiful location: Experience the charm of Dorset, with its award‑winning beaches, vibrant towns and idyllic countryside, offering an excellent quality of life.
Take this opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
About us
UHD is investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting managers will be happy to answer any service‑specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
UHD has active networks including Women’s, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Additional Information: This role includes weekend working (4 hours every Sunday, as part of a 1‑in‑5 rota), as well as early and late shifts within cancer services.
Hours: Full‑time / Part‑time / Flexible working options available.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered with GPhC
* Master’s degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
* Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience
Experience
* Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects
* Experience in Haematology/Oncology or Pharmacy Aseptic Services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. As such, a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous convictions.
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
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