Locum Pharmacist - Band 8a - Manchester)

Benton Robertson; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Band 8a Pharmacist for a rewarding locum role in Manchester. This exciting opportunity offers competitive pay and flexibility, with a focus on improving patient outcomes across inpatient wards and dispensary services. As a key member of the team, you will perform clinical reviews, provide pharmaceutical advice, and assist in the day-to-day running of the dispensary. This full-time NHS position runs Monday to Friday, with a strong potential for contract extension based on service needs. If you are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current and valid GPhC registration is required.
• Hospital pharmacy experience including wards and dispensary is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical reviews and medication reconciliations on wards.
• Provide pharmaceutical advice to clinical teams.
• Support safe and effective medication use in hospital settings.

Skills

Clinical Reviews

Medication Reconciliations

Pharmaceutical Advice

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

GPhC Registration

Hospital Pharmacy Experience

Job description

Are you a Band 8a Pharmacist looking for a rewarding locum role in Manchester? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: Pharmacist - Band 8a

Location: Manchester

Duration: 3-6 months (with strong potential to extend)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm (1-hour lunch)

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: Ongoing

Rate of Pay: £32-£35 per hour

What You'll Be Doing: Join our team as a Band 8a Pharmacist and play a key role in improving patient outcomes across inpatient wards and dispensary services. In this role, you will:

perform clinical reviews and medication reconciliations on wards

provide pharmaceutical advice to clinical teams

support safe and effective medication use in hospital settings

assist in the day-to-day running of the dispensary

maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

Requirements & Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will need:

a current and valid GPhC registration

hospital pharmacy experience (including wards and dispensary)

strong communication and interpersonal skills

the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

Working Hours & Contract Duration: This full-time NHS hospital position runs Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm with a 1-hour lunch break. The contract is for 3-6 months with a strong likelihood of extension based on service needs.