Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for motivated and forward-thinking Clinical Pharmacists to join the Haematology Pharmacy Team within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

These newly established posts have been created following a successful business case to enhance specialist pharmacy services for Haematology patients across the Health Board. Successful candidates will work closely with the multidisciplinary haematology team while providing cross-site support to outpatient and inpatient haematology services.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to develop advanced practice within a specialist service, helping to shape pharmacy provision as the service expands. Working alongside Consultants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists and wider pharmacy colleagues, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care for patients with haematological conditions.

Successful candidates will be supported to lead service improvements, contribute to medicines optimisation initiatives and help deliver the Health Board's vision for a modern, innovative haematology pharmacy service.

Base: To be agreed. We welcome applications from pharmacists who enjoy working across the Health Board and are enthusiastic about supporting and developing an integrated haematology pharmacy service across multiple sites.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing specialist pharmacist support to haematology outpatient services at the Royal Gwent and Nevill Hall Hospitals, and inpatient services at the Grange University Hospital.
•  Working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary haematology team, participating in MDT meetings and treatment planning.
• Providing expert pharmaceutical advice to medical, nursing and pharmacy colleagues on the management of patients with haematological disorders.
• Supporting medicines optimisation and the safe, effective and cost-effective use of medicines.
• Undertaking, or developing towards, independent prescribing within agreed areas of competence.
• Contributing to the development and delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) services.
• Supporting delivery of business case objectives through enhanced pharmacy services across inpatient and outpatient pathways.
• Leading and contributing to service improvement, audit, guideline development, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Supporting education and training for pharmacy, nursing and medical staff.
• Monitoring high-cost medicines, supporting value-based prescribing and working collaboratively across sites to ensure equitable access to specialist pharmacy services.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of haematology pharmacy services across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.