Band 7/8a Pharmacist – Wigan – 6 months role!

  • Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Pharmacy
  • Working arrangement: Field Based
  • Salary: £28 - 36 per hour
  • Published: May 7, 2025
Job reference: AROB07051
Consultant: Alex Roberts

Are you a Band 7/8a Pharmacist looking for a rewarding locum role into an NHS Hospital in Wigan?
We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: Locum Pharmacist (Band 7/8a)
Location: Wigan – NHS Hospital
Duration: 3–6 months locum contract
Schedule: 4–5 days per week, 9am – 5pm (30 mins lunch)
Start Date: May 2025
End Date: Ongoing, initially 3–6 months
Rate of Pay: £28 – £36 per hour (via Umbrella)
Contact: Alex Roberts – aroberts@hg-ahp.com – 0203 475 4858


What You’ll Be Doing:

Join our NHS client’s team as a Locum Pharmacist and play a key role in improving the lives of hospital inpatients. In this role, you will:

  • perform comprehensive patient assessments

  • create and implement personalised care plans

  • deliver evidence-based treatments to optimise patient outcomes

  • collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care

  • maintain accurate patient records

This role covers both medical and surgical wards and includes some inpatient dispensary work.


Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • a current and valid GPhC registration

  • experience working on hospital wards (medical and/or surgical)

  • strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

  • a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care


Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role offers a flexible working position and requires availability from Monday to Friday (4–5 days per week), with flexibility where possible. The contract is for 3–6 months with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.
Free parking is available on-site.


This opportunity won’t last long!
Contact Alex Roberts – aroberts@hg-ahp.com – 0203 475 4858
Click below to apply now.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Pharmacists and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.


The benefits of working with us:

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