Locum Opportunity – Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist (Wards Cover) | Cumbria
We 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 – ongoing
Pay Rate:
£32–£42 ph umbrella company (or its PAYE equivalent)
On-site accommodation available
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services across inpatient wards
Review, optimise, and reconcile medicines to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient prescribing
Participate in ward rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making as part of the multidisciplinary team
Provide medicines-related advice to medical, nursing, and allied health professionals
Support safe discharge planning, including patient counselling and TTO reviews
Identify, resolve, and proactively prevent medicines-related issues in line with NHS policies and guidelines
✅ Essential Requirements
Registration with the
General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)
degree
Proven previous
NHS hospital experience
at Band 7 or above
Ability to work confidently and independently across wards with minimal supervision
Strong clinical knowledge and excellent communication skills
Interested?
Please send your
updated CV
and
confirm your availability
at your earliest convenience to
kasia.sroka@pulsejobs.com
❓ 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 Scheme
1st referral placed – £300
2nd referral placed – £500
3rd referral placed – £650
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