Haematology/Oncology Pharmacist

National health service; Abbots Worthy; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

National Health Service is seeking a skilled pharmacist to clinically verify SACT regimens, liaise with the multi-disciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered cancer care across the trust’s sites.

The role requires experience with SACT, ARIA, and policy implementation, with a focus on improving service delivery and meeting national cancer strategy goals.

Qualifications

• Must hold M. Pharm or equivalent (4 years).
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Society.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and practice.
• Desirable Diploma / MSc in Clinical Pharmacy; independent prescriber.
• Desirable BOPA accreditation/ SACT passport holder.

Responsibilities

• Obtain the BOPA SACT Passport if not held.
• Clinically verify SACT prescriptions on ARIA (incl. schemes and trials).
• Provide specialist haemato-oncology information on SACT.
• Support delivery of the NHS 10 Year Cancer Strategy.
• Coordinate with procurement, aseptics and outpatient pharmacies for timely SACT delivery.
• Assist Lead Pharmacists with policy updates and changes.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

ARIA proficiency

Education

M. Pharm or equivalent

GPhS registration

Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy

Diploma / MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

Independent prescriber

BOPA accreditation/ SACT passport

Tools

ARIA

Job description

Job summary

To clinically verify systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) regimens in accordance with regional sites and in line with BOPA standards for the chemotherapy day units and the inpatient haematology ward.To collaborate with the Lead Pharmacists for Cancer Services to ensure the provision of an effective, efficient, and high quality patient focused clinical pharmacy for all patients.Liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team to provide expert haemato-oncology advice, and make suitable, appropriate interventions.

Main duties of the job

To obtain the BOPA SACT Passport (if not already held)To clinically verify SACT prescriptions on ARIA, including free-of-charge, early access medicine schemes and clinical trialsTo provide specialist pharmaceutical information in relation to SACTTo support the delivery of the NHS 10 Year Cancer StrategyTo work with procurement, pharmacy aseptics and the outpatient pharmacies to ensure timely delivery of SACT and supportive medicationTo assist the Lead Pharmacists with updating and implementing policy change.

About us

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over 500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

Details

Date posted23 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 49,387 to 56,515 a year,

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Basingstoke and Winchester Basingstoke and Winchester SO22 5DG United Kingdom Employer's website

Employer details Employer name Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Basingstoke and Winchester Basingstoke and Winchester SO22 5DG United Kingdom Employer's website

Skills & Ability

EssentialAbility to lead and work as part of a multidisciplinary team, negotiating constructively and successfully with team membersAbility to organise self and othersExcellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport with colleagues at all levelsDemonstrates the ability to work at problems from a unique or different angle.Good computer and keyboard skillsProfessional presentation of selfEnthusiastic and self-motivatedDesirableProficiency in using ARIA

Other Specific Requirements

EssentialAbility to work across all sitesDesirableFull UK driving licence and access to a car

Training & Qualifications

EssentialM. Pharm or equivalent (4 years)Registered with the General Pharmaceutical SocietyPost graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalentEvidence of continuous professional practice and education, clearly recorded in current professional profileDesirableDiploma / M.Sc. in Clinical PharmacyIn-house management trainingIndependent prescriberBOPA accreditation/ SACT passport holder, EssentialExperience of managing individuals or a team within pharmacy, such as dispensary or on the wardAdvanced communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levelsAbility to present a high level of personal credibilityAbility to work as an inspirational leader to pharmacy and other clinical staff, inspiring confidence in othersAble to understand, disseminate and present complex information using both verbal and written disciplinesFully understands the context in which complex problems arise and can co-ordinate multidisciplinary unit wide interventionsDemonstrates the ability to ensure that the delivery of patient care is of a high standard and appropriate in meeting the needs and expectations of the patients and their relativesDesirablePrevious experience of delivering training and education at post graduate levelMembership of the RPS FacultyPolitically astute, an understanding of the stakeholders involved in the serviceDemonstrate awareness of healthcare researchProject ManagementPrevious experience of attending Consultant ward rounds/Multidisciplinary meetingsUnderstanding of regulations and standards required for Aseptics Product Manufacture such as the Section 10 exemption, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Aseptics Processing.

Experience & Knowledge

EssentialM. Pharm or equivalent (4 years)Registered with the General Pharmaceutical SocietyPost graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalentEvidence of continuous professional practice and education, clearly recorded in current professional profileDesirableDiploma / M.Sc. in Clinical PharmacyIn-house management trainingIndependent prescriberBOPA accreditation/ SACT passport holder, EssentialExperience of managing individuals or a team within pharmacy, such as dispensary or on the wardAdvanced communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levelsAbility to present a high level of personal credibilityAbility to work as an inspirational leader to pharmacy and other clinical staff, inspiring confidence in othersAble to understand, disseminate and present complex information using both verbal and written disciplinesFully understands the context in which complex problems arise and can co-ordinate multidisciplinary unit wide interventionsDemonstrates the ability to ensure that the delivery of patient care is of a high standard and appropriate in meeting the needs and expectations of the patients and their relativesDesirablePrevious experience of delivering training and education at post graduate levelMembership of the RPS FacultyPolitically astute, an understanding of the stakeholders involved in the serviceDemonstrate awareness of healthcare researchProject ManagementPrevious experience of attending Consultant ward rounds/Multidisciplinary meetingsUnderstanding of regulations and standards required for Aseptics Product Manufacture such as the Section 10 exemption, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Aseptics Processing.