Mental Health Pharmacist – NHS Hospital in Gloucester

Location: Gloucester, NHS Hospital
Hourly Rate: £28 - £35 per hour
Agency: Hunter AHP

Hunter AHP is recruiting for an experienced Mental Health Pharmacist to join a well-regarded NHS Hospital in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated pharmacist with expertise in mental health to contribute to the delivery of high-quality care in an inpatient psychiatric setting. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes through medication management and clinical support, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical pharmacy services to patients in mental health settings, including acute and long-term psychiatric care.
• Conduct comprehensive medication reviews for mental health patients, ensuring safe and effective drug therapy.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (including psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers) to optimise medication management and improve patient outcomes.
• Offer expert advice on psychotropic medications, including antipsychotics, antidepressants, mood stabilisers, and anxiolytics.
• Participate in ward rounds, providing medication expertise and supporting prescribing decisions.
• Support the safe and effective use of medications for patients with mental health disorders, including complex cases and polypharmacy.
• Monitor and manage the side effects of psychiatric medications, making recommendations for adjustments where appropriate.
• Provide education and training on mental health medications to hospital staff and patients.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement projects, and the development of clinical guidelines for mental health pharmacy practice.
• Ensure compliance with NHS policies and regulatory standards for medication management.

Requirements:

• GPhC registration (essential).
• Experience as a Mental Health Pharmacist in an NHS or hospital setting (preferred).
• Strong clinical knowledge of psychotropic medications and their application in the treatment of mental health disorders.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and contributing to collaborative care plans.
• Ability to assess and manage the pharmacological needs of mental health patients, including complex cases and polypharmacy.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals effectively.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on the latest research and clinical guidelines.

Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: £28 - £35 per hour, depending on experience.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule.
• Opportunity to work within a leading NHS hospital in Gloucester, providing specialist mental health care.
• Support from Hunter AHP’s dedicated recruitment consultants, with ongoing career development opportunities.
• Access to NHS systems and excellent support from multidisciplinary teams.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on the lives of mental health patients through expert medication management and care.

Why Hunter AHP?

• Hunter AHP is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing healthcare professionals within the NHS and private sector.
• We offer flexible roles, competitive pay rates, and tailored support to help you succeed in your career.
• Our team is committed to helping you find the right job and providing ongoing guidance and professional development.

If you are an experienced Mental Health Pharmacist looking for a new and rewarding role in Gloucester, apply now to join a progressive NHS team dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

To apply, please send your CV to [Your Contact Information] or contact us for more details.