Advanced Specialist Pharmacist Cancer Services

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Specialist Pharmacist Cancer Services

The closing date is 05 June 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed pharmacist to join our team of Specialist Clinical Pharmacists, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with cancer. We welcome applications from pharmacists at all stages of their careers. Candidates with relevant cancer services experience will be appointed at Band 8a. For those new to the specialty, we offer a progressive Band 7 role with a clear and supported development pathway.

You will play a key role in delivering clinical pharmacy services across haematology and oncology wards, supported by two experienced Clinical Lead Pharmacists who will provide expert mentorship as you develop specialist knowledge and skills. This post is ideal for individuals who are motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to the ongoing development of cancer services through innovation and collaborative working.

About University Hospitals Dorset (UHD): UHD serves Poole, Bournemouth, and Christchurch, offering comprehensive cancer services including chemotherapy, inpatient care, and radiotherapy. Electronic prescribing (Mosaiq) is established, and innovation includes SACT-verifying pharmacy technicians.

This role required General Pharmaceutical Council Registration

Base location - Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital

Interview date - Monday, 15th June 2026

Main duties of the job

Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) and Poole Hospital (cross-site cancer services, including aseptic and clinical areas).

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

Details

• Date posted 22 May 2026


• Pay scheme Agenda for change


• Band Band 8a


• Salary £57,528 to £64,750 a year pa/pro rata


• Contract Permanent


• Working pattern Full-time


• Reference number 153-SP06135


• Job locations University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites, Dorset, BH7 7DW, United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites, Dorset, BH7 7DW, United Kingdom

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Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead haematology Clinical Pharmacist

Farah Al-Sheikhli

farah.al-sheikhli@uhd.nhs.uk

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Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) and Poole Hospital (cross-site cancer services, including aseptic and clinical areas)., Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.