Band 7 Locum Pharmacist (Mental Health) – Wickford

Pulsejobs.com; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Locum Pharmacist specializing in Mental Health to deliver top-tier pharmaceutical care in Wickford. This full-time role requires a GPhC registered professional with a master's in pharmacy and prior NHS experience. You will ensure medication safety, collaborate with healthcare teams, and impact patient care positively.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is essential for this role.
• Previous NHS hospital experience is preferred.
• Master's degree in pharmacy (MPharm) accredited by GPhC required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to mental health patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal medication management.
• Conduct medication reviews and offer clinical advice on psychotropic medications.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Education

GPhC Registered

MPharm degree

1 year pre-registration training

NHS hospital experience

Job description

Role: Locum Pharmacist (Mental Health)
Banding: 7
Location: Wickford
Start Date: ASAP (within 2 weeks)
Duration: Minimum 3 months, with potential for extension
Hours: Full-time
Rate: £23 – £29 per hour

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 7 Pharmacist specializing in Mental Health to join our team in Essex. We are open to considering Band 6 candidates with relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities:

You will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to mental health patients. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal medication management. You will conduct medication reviews and provide clinical advice on psychotropic medications. You will support and educate healthcare staff on mental health pharmacotherapy. You will ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.

Requirements:

• Education and Qualifications:
  • GPhC Registered.
  • 1 year pre-registration training.
  • Master’s degree in pharmacy (MPharm) accredited by the GPhC.
  • Previous NHS hospital experience inclusive of clinical pharmacy practice.
  • Relevant experience in mental health settings preferred; hospital experience will be considered.
• Skills and Knowledge:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
  • Strong knowledge of medicines and their applications.
  • Experience in data analysis or a related field.

Why work with Pulse?

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Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.