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Band 7/8a Cancer Services Pharmacist

Cpl

📍 Midlands, United Kingdom£ £36Posted: 10 November 2026Closes: 28 February 2027

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Band 7 or 8a Cancer Services Pharmacist to work on a temporary basis in the West Midlands. Please see details of the role below: Role Details Role: Band 7 or 8a Cancer Services Pharmacist Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 9am to 5pm Pay: Band 7 £30ph, Band 8a £36ph Start: ASAP Length: 3 months Additional Info: Oncology and aseptic work included This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cancer Services Pharmacist to join a specialist pharmacy team in the West Midlands, with positions available at both Band 7 and Band 8a level. The role combines clinical oncology pharmacy with aseptic services, giving you broad exposure across the cancer pathway. At Band 7, you will provide high-quality clinical pharmacy support across oncology services, including chemotherapy screening and verification, and support aseptic services, including accuracy checking and technical services input, working collaboratively within the oncology multidisciplinary team. At Band 8a level, you will take on a senior role, providing expert pharmaceutical input across cancer services and the aseptic unit, supporting the development and review of chemotherapy protocols, leading on medicines optimisation and quality assurance within the speciality, and supporting and mentoring junior pharmacy staff, in line with current BOPA guidelines and best practice. Requirements Current GPhC registration Minimum of 6 months NHS hospital experience within an oncology or cancer services setting Proven experience in chemotherapy screening and oncology pharmacy practice Experience or working knowledge of aseptic services, technical services and GMP principles Strong knowledge of cancer treatment protocols and cytotoxic medicines management Band 8a applicants should have experience at Band 7 or above, with a demonstrated ability to lead and support junior pharmacy staff Experience working within a multidisciplinary oncology team Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills Ability to work autonomously and manage a complex clinical workload Why work with Cpl UK Healthcare? Cpl UK Healthcare are a market leader in recruiting AHPs across the UK. As a preferred supplier to the NHS and private sector, we hold a number of exclusive contracts nationwide. This gives you priority access to some of the best pharmacy opportunities available. Referral Bonus Do you know a colleague who may be interested in a new role? We offer a £200 referral bonus for every AHP you recommend who goes on to work with us. How to Apply To apply for this role or to discuss other Pharmacy opportunities across the UK, please contact: Ellee Cowdrey Client Partnership Manager ellee.cowdrey@cpl.com 07876 143 538 You can also view all of our other Pharmacy roles here: Find a Job UK | Cpl

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