Band 8a Locum Senior Pharmacist (Women and Child Health) – London

Pulsejobs.com; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Locum Senior Pharmacist specializing in Women and Child Health in London. This critical role involves delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care, leading pharmacy services to support paediatric and maternity patients, and ensuring compliance with professional standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong pharmacy background along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing patient outcomes and making a difference in women's and children's health.

Benefits

Support from expert recruitment consultants

Access to exclusive job opportunities

Individual focus and tailored support

Qualifications

• GPhC Registered with previous NHS hospital experience in clinical pharmacy practice.
• Minimum 1 year of pre-registration training.
• Significant experience in Women and Child Health.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacist for Paediatrics and Maternity Services, ensuring high-quality care.
• Develop clinical pharmacy services tailored to user needs.
• Supervise and mentor junior pharmacy staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medicines

Education

GPhC Registration

Master’s degree in pharmacy (MPharm)

1 year pre-registration training

Job description

Role: Locum Senior Pharmacist (Women and Child Health)
Banding: Band 8a
Location: London
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:45AM – 17:15PM
Rate: £34 – £39 per hour

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Band 8A Senior Pharmacist specializing in Women and Child Health to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

You will act as the lead pharmacist for Paediatrics and Maternity Services. You will develop the provision of clinical pharmacy services to the Paediatrics and Maternity Service Lines in accordance with the needs of the user and the required standards of quality and professional practice. You will provide specialist pharmaceutical advice to medical and nursing staff on drugs for paediatric, neonatal, and maternity patients. You will co-ordinate the provision of chemotherapy to paediatric and adolescent patients in conjunction with the designated tertiary centres. You will provide expert pharmaceutical care to women and children. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. You will ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. You will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings. You will supervise and mentor junior pharmacy staff.

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.
  • Significant experience in Women and Child Health.
• 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.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

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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