Job overview
Band 7 Clinical Pharmacist (Cancer Services)
An opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our Cancer Services pharmacy team, supporting patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and other specialist treatments at the Berkshire Cancer Centre.
About the role
You will work alongside the Berkshire Cancer Centre and Clinical Haematology Team to deliver safe, timely and patient-centred pharmaceutical care across oncology and haematology. You will also work closely with Pharmacy Aseptic Services, contributing to the preparation and supply of chemotherapy and other high-risk medicines. As part of a team of Band 7 Cancer Services Pharmacists, you will support the training and development of rotational Band 6 pharmacists.
About you
You will be a pharmacist with a genuine interest in cancer services and well-developed clinical and technical skills. You will be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team and committed to medicines optimisation, patient safety and continuous professional development.
Development and support
We are committed to supporting your progression. You will have access to a structured training and development plan, and the opportunity to develop specialist practice and leadership skills within a supportive team focused on improving outcomes for patients with cancer.
Working with us
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Main duties of the job
- To deliver a specialist clinical pharmacy service in oncology and haematology, supporting in- and outpatients under the supervision of the Senior Lead Pharmacist – Oncology and Haematology. Actively involved in the clinical verification, safe and timely preparation and supply of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and aseptically prepared products. Responsible for providing professional and technical support in the preparation of SACT and maintenance of quality management systems in the Aseptic Dispensary. To support the development and continual improvement of the clinical pharmacy service to Oncology and Haematology Clinics. To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist where appropriate.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person specification
Education
Essential
- Current registered Member of GPhC
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or UK recognised equivalent (from an accredited University registered with GPhC).
- Post graduate Clinical Certificate or equivalent relevant experience
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification or working toward
- Member of the British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)
- Member of Royal College of Pharmacy
- Leadership Training
Experience
Essential
- Extensive Multi-disciplinary teamwork
- At least 2 years post-registration relevant Hospital Pharmacy Experience
- Recent Clinical pharmacy/ward Pharmacy experience
- Extensive patient contact in a clinical setting
- Clinical pharmacy experience in Oncology/Haematology
- Experience of working in a Aseptic services environment
Desirable
- Clinical pharmacy experience in Oncology/Haematology
- Experience of handling aseptically dispensed chemotherapy products.
- Risk and Incident assessment and investigations
- Experience of policy and procedure writing
- QA experience
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This advert is for Clinical Pharmacist (Cancer Services) with Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust in Reading, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Pharmacist role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
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