Locum Pharmacist - Homecare Screening - Essex

Job Opportunity: Locum Pharmacist required ASAP - Band 6/7 - Hospital-based - Essex - Homecare

Are you a newly qualified pharmacist or an experienced pharmacist from a community pharmacy background looking to broaden your skills? We have an exciting opportunity for a Locum Pharmacist in Essex working in an NHS hospital setting, with a focus on homecare screening for inpatients. This position offers full training and a supportive environment, perfect for someone looking to develop their hospital pharmacy experience.

Key Details:

1. Position: Locum Pharmacist - Band 6/7
2. Location: Essex (Hospital-based)
3. Contract Length: 3-6 months
4. Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm (1-hour lunch break)
5. Working Days: 3 days per week (Flexible weekdays - please discuss preferred days)
6. Hourly Rate: £23 - £30 per hour (dependent on experience)
7. Payment Method: Paid via PAYE Direct Engagement
8. Free On-Site Parking

About the Role:

In this role, you will be responsible for homecare screening, which involves reviewing patient medications and prescriptions to ensure they are suitable for homecare delivery. This includes checking for potential drug interactions, ensuring the right formulation and dosage for home delivery, and confirming that all homecare prescriptions meet regulatory standards. You will be supporting both inpatient and homecare teams to ensure patients continue to receive safe and effective medication management after discharge.

Who We Are Looking For:

1. Newly qualified pharmacists or those with community pharmacy experience are welcome to apply!
2. You will need to have strong attention to detail and an understanding of medication management.
3. Training will be provided, so this is an excellent opportunity to expand your career into hospital pharmacy.
4. Excellent communication skills are a must, as you will be liaising with healthcare teams and patients.

Benefits:

1. Comprehensive training and development provided.
2. Flexible working schedule (3 days per week, weekdays).
3. Competitive hourly rate.
4. Free on-site parking for all staff.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hospital pharmacy experience while continuing to expand your professional skills. If you are looking for a supportive and flexible role, apply now!

If interested in this fantastic opportunity, please call Alex on 0203 475 485, text 07572302937 or email aroberts@hg-ahp.com.