Rotational Pharmacist - Band 6

Pertemps Medical Professionals; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 6 Rotational Pharmacist in Essex. You will provide clinical pharmacy services, ensure safe medication use, and collaborate with healthcare teams for optimal patient care. Candidates must be GPHC registered and committed to team-oriented work. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a chance for professional development.

Benefits

Weekly payroll

Dedicated recruitment specialist

Access to NHS framework opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be GPHC registered.
• Willingness to develop knowledge across specialties.
• Enjoy teamwork in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to inpatient wards.
• Screen prescriptions for safety and adherence.
• Order medications to avoid treatment delays.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals on medications.
• Support discharge planning with timely medication review.

Skills

GPHC Registration

Team communication

Patient safety improvement

Job description

Band 6 Rotational Pharmacist

Location: Essex

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 09:00 am – 17:15 pm

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: Ongoing

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite only

Rate: £24 - £32/hour (Dependant on experience)

Job Overview:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Band 6 Rotational clinical Pharmacist to join this hospital’s pharmacy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience across a range of clinical specialties, develop your clinical skills, and make a real impact on patient care.

In this role, you will provide ward-based pharmacy support, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines throughout the patient journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing clinical pharmacy services to inpatient wards, including medicines reconciliation and therapeutic reviews.
• Clinically screening prescriptions to ensure appropriateness, safety, and adherence to Trust guidelines
• Ordering medications to ensure timely supply and avoid treatment delays
• Identifying and resolving medicines-related issues in collaboration with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Supporting discharge planning through timely review and supply of take-home medications
• Contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care and continuous service improvement

Essential Requirements

• GPHC Registration
• Committed to developing their knowledge and skills across a variety of specialties
• Confident communicators who enjoy working as part of a wider clinical team
• Enthusiastic about improving patient safety and outcomes through medicine optimisation

Why Work with Us

• Established expertise: Pertemps has roots dating back to 1961, combining decades of recruitment experience with a modern, agile approach to healthcare staffing.
• NHS approved: Approved on all major NHS frameworks for Doctors, AHPs, and Nursing, giving access to a wide range of opportunities
• Pharmacy specialists: Our Pharmacy team brings over 25 years of specialist recruitment experience
• Service-focused: Straightforward, service-focused approach makes recruitment simple and effective
• Candidate benefits: You’ll benefit from a dedicated specialist and weekly payroll, ensuring a smooth, supportive, and efficient recruitment experience.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail] and a member of our pharmacy team will be in contact with you.