Clinical Pharmacist

Locum Opportunity – Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist (Wards Cover) | CumbriaWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist to provide wards-based clinical cover within a well-established NHS hospital in Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist seeking an ongoing locum role, offering competitive rates and on-site accommodation.Start Date: ASAP – ongoingPay Rate: £32–£42 ph umbrella company (or its PAYE equivalent)On-site accommodation availableKey ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services across inpatient wardsReview, optimise, and reconcile medicines to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient prescribingParticipate in ward rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making as part of the multidisciplinary teamProvide medicines-related advice to medical, nursing, and allied health professionalsSupport safe discharge planning, including patient counselling and TTO reviewsIdentify, resolve, and proactively prevent medicines-related issues in line with NHS policies and guidelinesEssential RequirementsRegistration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degreeProven previous NHS hospital experience at Band 7 or aboveAbility to work confidently and independently across wards with minimal supervisionStrong clinical knowledge and excellent communication skillsInterested?Please send your updated CV and confirm your availability at your earliest convenience tokasia.sroka@Not available or not quite the right fit?Referrals are very welcome — we have a variety of hospital locum opportunities across the UK.Referral Bonus Scheme1st referral placed – £3002nd referral placed – £5003rd referral placed – £650#ClinicalPharmacist #LocumPharmacist #NHSJobs #HospitalPharmacy#HospitalPharmacist #PharmacyJobsUK #LocumJobs#HealthcareCareers #UKPharmacy #PharmacistJobs

Created: 2026-02-02