Locum Band 8A Pharmacist - Private role

Job Title: Locum Pharmacist
Banding: Band 8a
Location: Central London

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 2 months initially, potential to be ongoing
Hourly Rate: £35-38
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 (7.5 hours per day)

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8a Pharmacist to work at a private hospital in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a leading private healthcare setting, delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy services across a range of specialist areas. The successful candidate will support multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in optimising patient care and medicines management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy support across surgical, rehabilitation, cardiology, and general medical services
• Ensure the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes
• Support medicines optimisation initiatives and clinical governance processes
• Contribute to service delivery and continuous improvement within the pharmacy department

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Proven experience working at Band 8 level (or equivalent)
• Strong clinical background in one or more of the following areas:
• Surgical
• Rehabilitation
• Cardiology
• General medicine
• Excellent clinical knowledge and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and teamworking abilities

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring additional opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below and confirm your earliest available start date.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with Pulse.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Salary Band: 35.0 - 38.0 GBP