Advanced Specialist Pharmacist - Oncology & Haematology

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a full-time Band 8a Pharmacist to join their Oncology and Haematology team. The role involves providing advanced clinical pharmacy services, managing chemotherapy services, and supporting pharmacy-led clinics. Applicants should have a relevant degree in pharmacy and experience in oncology. The position offers flexible working hours and a range of benefits including a pension scheme and professional development support.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Access to physiotherapy service

On-site nursery

Career development support

Qualifications

• Qualified pharmacist with experience in clinical settings.
• Knowledge of cancer drug management and protocols.
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy service to Oncology and Haematology.
• Manage chemotherapy services as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate and support pharmacy-led clinics for cancer treatments.
• Engage in risk management for oncology medications.

Skills

Chemotherapy verification

Clinical pharmacy service

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Registered pharmacist

Experience in Oncology or Haematology

Tools

E-prescribing system

Pharmacy Aseptic Services

Job description

Overview

A vacancy at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is a forward‑thinking teaching hospital offering acute care to a population of approximately one million. We are one of the largest acute teaching hospitals in the UK with strong links to both the School of Pharmacy and the Medical School at the nearby University of East Anglia. Electronic prescribing and medicines administration has been implemented across all inpatient wards, the A&E and outpatients, supporting a strong focus on Medicines Management and innovative pharmaceutical practice.

Norwich is a vibrant city, voted one of the Best Places to Live in the UK by The Sunday Times 2025, with a fabulous market, excellent shopping, restaurants and nightlife, yet surrounded by beautiful countryside. The unique combination of the Norfolk Broads, a picturesque coastline and a choice of city or rural living make Norwich an ideal home, no matter what your interests. For those who love to travel or see friends Norwich offers excellent rail and air links.

We welcome informal visits, or contact us for any queries regarding this role. We are also able to provide you with resources to support the completion of your application via our recruitment team.

An opportunity has arisen for a full‑time Band 8a Pharmacist to join the Oncology and Haematology Pharmacy team. The post holder will be based in the Colney Centre and provide a clinical pharmacy service to Weybourne Day Unit and Mulbarton Ward. Applications are also welcomed from those looking to develop as an oncology/haematology pharmacist and progress from Band 7 to Band 8a.

Responsibilities

• Key roles within the team focus on chemotherapy verification, coordination and advice on all aspects of the chemotherapy service as part of a multidisciplinary team and a clinical ward pharmacy service.
• Operation and updating of the e‑prescribing system for chemotherapy, management of the cancer drugs fund and NHS England commissioned systemic anti‑cancer treatments (SACT) with close collaboration with Pharmacy Aseptic Services, Dispensary and Procurement to ensure the timely and safe provision of these therapies.
• Support 7‑day working: all staff are required to work 1 in 10 weekends with corresponding time off given during the week.
• Key projects include set‑up and running of pharmacy‑led clinics for oral SACT treatments, extending and supporting electronic prescribing of SACT for paediatrics and James Paget Hospital, development of a satellite pharmacy and extending the role of Pharmacy Technicians in Oncology & Haematology.
• Represent pharmacy at Oncology & Haematology related directorate meetings including the SACT board and assist the Lead Pharmacist in line‑managing the team of Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Provide advanced‑level clinical pharmacy service to the Oncology and Haematology directorate in liaison with health‑care professionals.
• Communicate highly complex drug information to prescribers, clinicians, patients, nursing and pharmacy staff.
• Analyse complex and specialist information relating to systemic anti‑cancer treatments; interpret data from medical and pharmaceutical databases, published papers and specialist treatment centres to advise medical and nursing staff with high‑level recommendations.
• Plan and organise the oncology and haematology pharmacy workload to ensure all systemic anti‑cancer treatments are prescribed, verified, procured, manufactured and dispensed effectively and efficiently.
• Initiate and actively implement service developments in Oncology and Haematology, including pharmacy‑led oral systemic anti‑cancer treatment clinics.
• Initiate and plan service and clinical audits and practice research.
• Organise drug trials for oncology and haematology and ensure prescriptions for trial drugs are inputted accurately and safely in the electronic prescribing system and prescribed and dispensed according to the relevant trial protocol.
• Utilise highly specialist knowledge of Oncology and Haematology and promote and support evidence‑based medicine within the speciality and across the Trust.
• Initiate and undertake risk management of cancer drugs used within Oncology and Haematology.
• Actively participate in directorate, chemotherapy board and other multidisciplinary meetings.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi‑faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On‑site nursery
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Application Information

Interview date: 15th December 2025

The post is for full‑time employment. However, applications from those seeking part‑time employment or job shares are welcomed. Please specify within your application how many days/hours you would ideally like to work.

This advert closes on Monday 1 December 2025.