Locum Band 7 Oncology Pharmacist — Flexible, Impactful Care

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible lifestyle

Competitive hourly rates

Professional networking

Professional development

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Wolverhampton is seeking a Band 7 Oncology Pharmacist on a full-time locum basis for 3 months, offering an hourly rate of £31–£36. The post sits within the Clinical Cancer and cEPMA Team, with ward-based duties across oncology and haematology.

You will deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services, verify SACT, review prescriptions, participate in rounds and MDTs, support medicines optimisation, and supervise junior staff while contributing to guidelines and training.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Proven clinical cancer or oncology pharmacy experience.
• Experience in NHS hospital pharmacy settings.
• Proficiency with NHS computer systems.
• A degree in MPharm or equivalent qualification.
• In-depth clinical knowledge and prescription verification experience.
• Ability to diligently work 37.5 hours per week.
• Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary working.
• Attention to detail when reviewing prescriptions.
• Membership with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• Independent Prescriber qualification or willingness to train.
• Experience in supporting clinical trials and SACT services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services across the oncology and haematology departments.
• Clinically verify systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT).
• Review prescriptions and provide advice to clinical teams on pharmaceutical matters.
• Support evidence-based and cost-effective prescribing practices.
• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Promote medicines optimisation and ensure formulary compliance.
• Investigate and report adverse drug reactions and medication-related issues.
• Contribute to prescribing guidelines, care pathways, and service development.
• Supervise and support junior pharmacists, technicians, and pharmacy students.
• Deliver education and training related to oncology medicines and clinical practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Clinical knowledge

Education

MPharm degree

Independent Prescriber qualification

Royal Pharmaceutical Society membership

Tools

NHS computer systems

Aseptic services

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel in Wolverhampton is seeking a Band 7 Oncology Pharmacist on a full-time locum basis for 3 months, offering an hourly rate of £31–£36. The post sits within the Clinical Cancer and cEPMA Team, with ward-based duties across oncology and haematology.

You will deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services, verify SACT, review prescriptions, participate in rounds and MDTs, support medicines optimisation, and supervise junior staff while contributing to guidelines and training.