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Locum Clinical Pharmacist - South London

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11 months ago
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Hunter Gatherer AHP are seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join an NHS run hospital in South London, to start ASAP. If you have clinical experience as a pharmacist, we want to hear from you!

Position: Locum Clinical Pharmacist
Location: NHS Hospital, South London
Duration: ASAP for 6 months
Pay Rate: £28 - £37 per hour via Umbrella (Band 7/8)
Experience Required: 1-2 years of previous hospital experience
Hours: MON-FRI 9am - 5pm (30 mins lunch) 37.5 hours per week

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Locum Clinical Pharmacist to join a dedicated team at an NHS Hospital in South London. This role is essential for supporting our medical and surgical wards, as well as providing services in the inpatient dispensary.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clinical pharmacy services to medical and surgical wards
Review and manage medication therapy for inpatients
Participate in ward rounds and contribute to multidisciplinary teams
Ensure safe and effective use of medicines
Support the inpatient dispensary operations
Requirements:

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a hospital setting
Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Strong clinical knowledge and excellent communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Why Join Us?

Competitive pay rate between £28 - £37 per hour
Opportunity to make a significant impact in a hospital environment
Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive team
If you're a solid and reliable candidate, we would love to hear from you. We're looking for experienced pharmacists who are committed, adaptable, and ready to hit the ground running!

If interested in this fantastic opportunity, please call Alex on (phone number removed), text (phone number removed) or email . 

Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme – we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies)

Why work with Hunter?

Join the community: be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.
Represented by AHP sector experts, we listen, understand your needs and represent you professionally.
Quick & simple online registration
A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.
Access to the very best requirements nationwide.
As part of the Hunter AHP network you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.
Weekly payments you can trust, Hunter AHP is part of the Hunter/Gatherer Group of Companies.
Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities.
Access to exclusive Hunter AHP events and discounted CPD.
Customer service, it’s a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about

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