Pharmacist

Flexzo Ai; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment service in the UK seeks a dedicated Locum Pharmacist to join a supportive NHS team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing pharmacy services in accordance with GPhC standards, clinically checking prescriptions, and offering patient counselling. Key responsibilities include managing controlled drugs and supervising pharmacy teams, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with regulations. The role offers a competitive rate between £30-£35, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Pharmacist with GPhC.
• Experience in NHS or community pharmacy is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacy services in line with GPhC standards.
• Clinically check prescriptions for appropriateness.
• Dispense and supervise dispensing accurately.
• Provide patient counselling on medication use.
• Support pharmacy teams and maintain workflow.

Skills

Pharmacy services provision

Clinical prescription checking

Patient counselling

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy PMR systems

Job description

Job Description

Locum Pharmacist - Band 8a

Rate - £30-£35 (Negotiable)

About the Role

We are working in partnership with an NHS service to recruit a dedicated and motivated Pharmacist to join a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacy services in line with GPhC standards, SOPs, and contractual requirements
• Clinically check prescriptions for appropriateness, interactions, contraindications, and dosing
• Dispense and supervise dispensing activity accurately and safely
• Provide patient counselling on medication use, side effects, adherence, and self-care
• Support and supervise pharmacy teams (technicians, dispensers, counter staff) and maintain efficient workflow
• Manage controlled drugs and ensure safe storage, record‑keeping, and regulatory compliance
• Provide NHS and private services where commissioned and trained (site dependent), such as :
• New Medicine Service (NMS)
• Medicines Use Reviews (where applicable / commissioned)
• Vaccinations (e.g., flu / COVID, where authorised)
• Minor ailments advice and signposting
• Liaise with prescribers, GP surgeries, and other healthcare professionals to resolve prescribing queries

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