Locum Band 7 Emergency Medicine Pharmacist – NHS Hospital in Kent
Hunter AHP have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinical pharmacist to join the Emergency Department team at a NHS hospital in Kent.
Location: NHS Hospital, Kent
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: Ongoing (possibility to go permanent upon review)
Working Pattern: 3, 4 or 5 days per week (flexible)
Hourly Rate: £28 – £33 per hour (DOE)
Payment: Weekly
About the Role:
The post holder will be providing advanced clinical pharmacy services to a varied patient population. You will work closely with clinicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure safe and effective use of medicines in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver expert clinical input and medicines optimisation for patients in the Emergency Department
Review and manage the medication needs of complex and acutely unwell patients
Supervise and support two dedicated pharmacy technicians based in the ED
Lead on medicines-related policy and service development within the department
Drive forward a quality improvement project aimed at improving prescribing and medicines use across the care group
Attend and contribute to monthly ED care group governance and medication safety meetings
Ensure high standards of clinical documentation and compliance with local and national guidelines
Participate in staff education, training and audit activities where appropriate
Department & Team Structure:
You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team in the Emergency Department, including senior clinicians, nurses, and allied health staff
Two pharmacy technicians are already embedded in the department to support with medicine histories and administration
Close working relationships with the inpatient pharmacy and clinical governance teams
Ideal Candidate:
GPhC-registered Pharmacist with significant NHS hospital experience
Prior experience working in emergency medicine, acute medicine or similar fast-paced clinical settings
Confident in independent clinical decision-making
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team
This is an ideal role for a clinical pharmacist who is ready to take the next step into a senior, service-shaping post – or for someone with ED/acute experience looking for a new challenge in a supportive NHS trust.
Interested?
Contact Olivia Hanson-Smith at Hunter AHP to find out more or apply:
Email: osmith@hg-ahp.com
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