Band7/8a Locum Ward & Dispensary Pharmacist

Pulsejobs.com; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment company is seeking a dedicated Ward & Dispensary Pharmacist for a full-time position in Birmingham. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing medications and providing clinical advice, ensuring optimal patient care in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on exceptional pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Ability to provide clinical advice and conduct medication reviews.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards in pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage dispensing of medications and conduct medication reviews.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team for patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and oversee the handling of pharmaceuticals.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Pharmacist

Job description

Job Title: Ward & Dispensary Pharmacist

Banding: 7 / 8a

Location: Birmingham

Start: ASAP

Duration: Full time

Rate: £28–£37

Working hours: Monday – Friday

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Ward & Dispensary Pharmacist to join our dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing high-quality pharmaceutical care to patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective use of medication, contributing to patient care plans, and supporting the overall healthcare team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the dispensing of medications, conduct medication reviews, and provide clinical advice to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in ward rounds and contribute to the development and implementation of clinical guidelines.
• Oversee the safe storage and handling of pharmaceuticals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide training and support to junior staff.
• Manage ward duties with some dispensary support.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Pharmacist with the GPHC.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of pharmacotherapy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in conducting medication reviews and providing clinical advice.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and best practices in pharmacy.

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.

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.