Band 8a Locum Pharmacist – Dundee

Pulsejobs.com; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Locum Pharmacist in Dundee. The role involves providing expert pharmaceutical care to patients and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess a relevant pharmacy qualification, be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time position starting ASAP for a duration of 3 months.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and registration as a practicing pharmacist.
• Experience preferably within medicine or elderly care.
• Strong focus on communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medication reviews and provide clinical advice.
• Manage and monitor patient medication regimens.
• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant Pharmacy qualification

Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Experience in clinical pharmacy

Job description

Role: Locum Pharmacist
Banding: Band 8a
Location: Dundee
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Hours: Full-time, (Monday to Friday, 09:00AM to 17:30PM)
Rate: £34 – £39 per hour

About the role:

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join our Medicine/Medicine for the Elderly team. This role involves providing expert pharmaceutical care to patients, ensuring the safe and effective use of medication, and working closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

You will conduct medication reviews and provide clinical advice to healthcare professionals. You will manage and monitor patient medication regimens. You will ensure compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines. You will educate patients and healthcare staff on medication management. You will participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings.

Requirements

• Education and Qualifications:
  • Relevant Pharmacy qualification.
  • Registered as a practicing pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
  • Experience in a clinical pharmacy setting, preferably within medicine or elderly care.
• 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.

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.

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