Oncology / Haematology Pharmacist – Band 7/8a – training offered to clinical pharmacists!

Are you a Band 7/8a Pharmacist looking for a rewarding locum role in Northampton? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Oncology / Haematology Pharmacist – Band 7/8a
• Location: Northampton – NHS Hospital
• Duration: Ongoing (no end date)
• Schedule: 4–5 days per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (45 min lunch)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Rate of Pay: £28 – £35 per hour (DOE, via Direct Engagement PAYE)
• Contact: Alex Roberts – aroberts@hg-ahp.com – 07572302937 (whatsapp me!)

What You’ll Be Doing:

Join an NHS hospital team as an Oncology/Haematology Pharmacist and play a key role in delivering specialist cancer care. In this role, you will:

• provide clinical pharmacy support across oncology and haematology wards
• screen and clinically verify chemotherapy prescriptions
• support safe and effective use of systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT)
• work closely with MDTs including consultants, nurses, and oncology teams
• contribute to medicines optimisation and patient safety within the service

Who This Role Is Suitable For:

✔ Experienced Oncology Pharmacists:

• prior oncology/haematology experience is highly desirable
• a BOPA passport would be a strong advantage

✔ Hospital Pharmacists Looking to Transition into Oncology:

• must have prior NHS hospital ward-based clinical experience
• full training and upskilling provided into oncology/haematology

🚫 Please note: This role is not suitable for pharmacists with community-only experience.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist
• prior NHS hospital clinical ward experience
• strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills
• ability to work independently in a clinical environment
• commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role offers a flexible working position across 4–5 weekdays per week. The contract is ongoing with a strong likelihood of long-term extension.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience.

The benefits of working with us:

✔ Fast & simple AHP locum registration
✔ A network of like-minded AHP professionals
✔ Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
✔ Specialist AHP recruitment consultants
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
✔ CV marketing & business development support
✔ Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

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