Band 8b Pharmacist – Acute Trust (Ward-Based)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: Until 4th 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:
1. Deliver and lead high-level clinical pharmacy services across assigned wards
2. Provide advanced medicines optimisation and clinical leadership
3. Oversee complex medicines reconciliation and therapeutic reviews
4. Act as a specialist advisor to multidisciplinary teams and senior clinicians
5. Support safe prescribing, clinical governance and policy implementation
6. Contribute to discharge planning, patient counselling and service improvement initiatives
Requirements:
7. GPhC Registered Pharmacist
8. Significant hospital experience at Band 8a/8b level
9. Strong clinical expertise within acute care settings
10. Ability to work autonomously and provide leadership within multidisciplinary teams
11. Excellent communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills
Why Work with us:
12. Established Expertise: Pertemps has roots dating back to 1961, combining decades of recruitment experience with a modern, agile approach to healthcare staffing
13. NHS Approved: Approved on all major NHS Frameworks for Doctors, AHPs and Nursing, giving access to a wide range of opportunities
14. Pharmacy Specialist: Our pharmacy team brings over 25 years of specialist recruitment experience
15. Service-Focused: Straightforward, service-focused approach makes recruitment simple and effective
16. 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 and a member of our team will be in touch with you.