Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist – NHS Essex – Hunter AHP

  • Location: Essex
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Pharmacy
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £33 - 37 per hour
  • Published: June 27, 2025
Job reference: OHS2U9O3K
Consultant: Olivia Hanson Smith

Locum Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist – NHS Hospital, Essex (via Hunter AHP)


Location: Essex (please enquire for location)
Start Date: 07/07/2025
End Date: 30/09/2025 (with potential for extension)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Hourly Rate: £33 – £37 (paid weekly every Friday)
Contract Type: Locum (via Hunter AHP)

 

Hunter AHP are seeking a Band 8a Locum Clinical Pharmacist to join the Pharmacy team at a well-regarded NHS Hospital in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled pharmacist looking to provide high-quality care within a supportive hospital environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide ward-based clinical pharmacy services across a range of specialties

  • Deliver support within the dispensary, including discharge medication processing

  • Undertake out-patient pharmacy duties and manage homecare prescription screening

  • Ensure the safe and effective use of medicines, contributing to patient safety and service continuity

 

Requirements:

  • GPhC registration as a Pharmacist

  • Previous NHS hospital experience at Band 8a level (or strong Band 7 experience with relevant clinical skills)

  • Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to work autonomously

  • Experience with discharge processes, outpatient services, and homecare screening preferred

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate: £33–£37/hour

  • Weekly payroll – paid every Friday

  • Support from a dedicated Hunter AHP consultant throughout your placement

 

Apply today via Hunter AHP to secure this rewarding locum opportunity and help maintain vital pharmacy services in Essex

Please contact Olivia Hanson-Smith on osmith@hg-ahp.com

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