Locum Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist – NHS Hospital in Hertfordshire
Hunter AHP have an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team at a leading NHS hospital trust in Hertfordshire. This role is ideal for a confident and experienced pharmacist seeking a dynamic position covering a variety of wards.
Location: NHS Hospital, Hertfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: 3, 4 or 5 days per week (flexible)
Hourly Rate: £33 – £37 per hour (umbrella, dependent on experience)
Payment Frequency: Weekly
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will be working as part of a well-established pharmacy team providing clinical services across multiple wards. You must have previous clinical pharmacy experience within an NHS hospital setting and be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-level clinical pharmacy services to a range of wards including medical, surgical, elderly care and/or specialty areas
Review inpatient prescriptions to ensure safe, effective and evidence-based use of medicines
Support junior pharmacists and liaise regularly with medical and nursing staff to optimise treatment plans
Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and provide expert medicines advice to clinical teams
Contribute to medicines reconciliation, discharge planning and patient counselling
Ensure documentation is accurate and in line with trust policy and regulatory standards
Assist with audit, policy development, and service improvement initiatives as needed
Requirements:
GPhC-registered Pharmacist
Minimum of 6–12 months’ clinical experience in an NHS hospital setting (Band 7 or above)
Sound knowledge of general medicine and clinical guidelines
Ability to work across multiple specialties and adapt to different ward environments
Strong communication and teamworking skills
This is a great opportunity for a clinical pharmacist looking for a long-term locum role in a well-supported hospital setting. Flexibility on working pattern is available, and there is potential for the role to continue long-term.
To Apply or Find Out More:
Contact Olivia Hanson-Smith at Hunter AHP:
Email: osmith@hg-ahp.com
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