Locum Band 7 Pharmacist - Bristol

Pulse Healthcare; West of England; Sur place; GBP 41 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pulse Healthcare is seeking an experienced Band 7 Pharmacist to join the Bristol hospital pharmacy team on a 3‑month maternity cover, ASAP start. Monday to Friday 08:45–17:15, £30–£31 per hour, on site.

You will deliver clinical pharmacy services on designated wards, oversee medicines optimisation, conduct medicines reconciliation and contribute to discharge planning, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. GPhC registered with hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered with the GPhC and eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy settings.
• Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent).

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to designated wards.
• Review medicines and optimise medicines use.
• Contribute to discharge planning and medicines reconciliation.
• Collaborate with MDT to ensure safe prescribing.
• Participate in audits and governance activities.

Connaissances

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independence

Teamwork

Organisation

Formation

GPhC registration

PgCert/PGDip in Clinical Pharmacy

Hospital pharmacy experience

Description du poste

Job Title: Band 7 Pharmacist
Banding: Band 7
Location: Bristol
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 months with option to extend
Hourly Rate: £30 - £31
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45 – 17:15

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled clinical pharmacist to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care within a busy hospital environment, supporting the pharmacy service during a period of maternity leave cover.

The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise medicines management, support safe prescribing practices, and contribute to the delivery of patient-centred care across a range of clinical specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to designated wards and departments.
• Review prescriptions and deliver expert advice on medicines optimisation.
• Support the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines.
• Undertake medicines reconciliation and contribute to discharge planning processes.
• Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical audits, service improvement initiatives, and governance activities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with professional and regulatory standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Have previous hospital pharmacy experience.
• Hold a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrate strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills.
• Be confident working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Possess excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Have experience delivering patient-focused clinical pharmacy services within a hospital setting.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.