Locum Band 7 Pharmacist - Bristol

Job description

**Job Title:** Band 7 Pharmacist **Banding:** Band 7 **Location:** Bristol **Start Date:** ASAP **Duration:** 3 months with option to extend **Hourly Rate:** £30 - £31 **Working Hours:** Monday to Friday, 08:45 – 17:15 **Job Overview** Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled clinical pharmacist to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care within a busy hospital environment, supporting the pharmacy service during a period of maternity leave cover. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise medicines management, support safe prescribing practices, and contribute to the delivery of patient-centred care across a range of clinical specialties. **Key Responsibilities** - Provide clinical pharmacy services to designated wards and departments. - Review prescriptions and deliver expert advice on medicines optimisation. - Support the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines. - Undertake medicines reconciliation and contribute to discharge planning processes. - Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied healthcare professionals. - Participate in clinical audits, service improvement initiatives, and governance activities. - Maintain accurate patient records and comply with professional and regulatory standards. **Qualifications and Experience** - Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). - Have previous hospital pharmacy experience. - Hold a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy, or equivalent experience. - Demonstrate strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills. - Be confident working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. - Possess excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities. - Have experience delivering patient-focused clinical pharmacy services within a hospital setting. **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 other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below. **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 us. **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.