About the role
Job Title: Locum Pharmacist
Banding: Band 6
Location: South London
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until end of December 2026 (option to extend)
Hourly Rate: £25-27
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (flexible working available)
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Pharmacist to join a hospital team on a long-term locum basis. This role offers the opportunity to work across both ward and dispensary settings within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines, delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy services, and supporting patient care throughout their hospital journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical pharmacy input at ward level as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT)
- Ensure the safe, appropriate, and legal use of medicines across ward and dispensary settings
- Undertake medicines reconciliation and support discharge processes, including counselling patients
- Review prescriptions for safety, appropriateness, and legality, resolving any issues identified
- Conduct medicines-related consultations with inpatients during admission
- Support and work alongside medicines management technicians
- Deliver medication education sessions and support group work on wards
- Adhere to Trust policies, pharmacy procedures, and national guidelines
Qualifications and Experience
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Experience working in a hospital pharmacy setting
- Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and clinical governance
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and patient-facing skills
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.
How to Apply
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