Hospital Pharmacist role - Newly qualified / no hospital experience welcome!

Hunter AHP Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment agency seeks a newly qualified Pharmacist or ACT for a role in NHS Chelmsford. This 3-month position offers a competitive hourly rate and valuable hospital experience, focusing on medication safety and patient care. Ideal for those looking to start their NHS career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Fast & simple AHP locum registration

Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll

Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities

CV marketing & business development support

Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

Qualifications

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist or ACT Pharmacy Technician required.
• Keen interest in hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform final accuracy checks on dispensed medication.
• Support inpatient dispensary team for timely medication delivery.
• Work closely with pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Collaborative working

Education

GPhC registration as a Pharmacist or ACT Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Are you a newly qualified Pharmacist, Pharmacist with community experience, or ACT looking for your first NHS Hospital opportunity? We have a fantastic role for you based in Essex!

Job Details:

1. Job Title: Pharmacist OR Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) required
2. Band: 5
3. Location: Chelmsford, Essex
4. Organisation: NHS
5. Duration: 3 months (with potential for extension)
6. Schedule: Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm (1-hour lunch break)
7. Start Date: ASAP
8. End Date: Ongoing
9. Rate of Pay: Circa £20 per hour (PAYE)
10. Contact: Alex Roberts, [e-mail], 0203 475 4858

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform final accuracy checks on dispensed medication
• Support the inpatient dispensary team to ensure safe, timely medication delivery
• Work closely with pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
• Gain valuable hospital experience in a supportive environment
• Contribute to patient safety and service efficiency

Requirements & Qualifications:

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist or ACT Pharmacy Technician
• A keen interest in hospital pharmacy (ideal for newly qualified pharmacists)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive and collaborative working style
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care

Working Hours & Contract:

This role offers a flexible working arrangement across Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Friday. The initial contract is for 3 months, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We offer top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, providing a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience.

Benefits:

• Fast & simple AHP locum registration
• A network of like-minded AHP professionals
• Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
• Specialist AHP recruitment consultants
• Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
• CV marketing & business development support
• Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

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