Band 8b Pharmacist

Band 8b Pharmacist – Acute Trust (Ward-Based)

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: Until 4^th Janruary 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00am – 17:00pm
Pay: £31.71/hour – Standard £50.74/hour – Bank Holidays


About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Band 8b pharmacist to join an acute trust on a ward-based assignment. This senior role involves providing advanced clinical pharmacy services across key specialities, including:

-          General Medicine
-          Surgery
-          Orthopaedics


Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and lead high-level clinical pharmacy services across assigned wards
• Provide advanced medicines optimisation and clinical leadership
• Oversee complex medicines reconciliation and therapeutic reviews
• Act as a specialist advisor to multidisciplinary teams and senior clinicians
• Support safe prescribing, clinical governance and policy implementation
• Contribute to discharge planning, patient counselling and service improvement initiatives

 
Requirements:

• GPhC Registered Pharmacist
• Significant hospital experience at Band 8a/8b level
• Strong clinical expertise within acute care settings
• Ability to work autonomously and provide leadership within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills

 
Why Work with us:

• Established Expertise: Pertemps has roots dating back to 1961, combining decades of recruitment experience with a modern, agile approach to healthcare staffing
• NHS Approved: Approved on all major NHS Frameworks for Doctors, AHPs and Nursing, giving access to a wide range of opportunities
• Pharmacy Specialist: Our pharmacy team brings over 25 years of specialist recruitment experience
• Service-Focused: Straightforward, service-focused approach makes recruitment simple and effective
• Candidate benefits: You’ll benefit from a dedicate specialist and weekly payroll, ensuring a smooth, supportive, and efficient recruitment experience

 
How to apply:

To apply, please send across your CV and contact details to UKJobs@pertempsmedical.co.uk and a member of our team will be in touch with you.