Band 8a Pharmacist - Acute in Plymouth, Devon

JOB-20240830-fed11a3d

Band 8a Pharmacist

Specialism: Acute

Location: Plymouth, UK

Salary: £36 Hourly

Type: Locum, Full-time

Duration: Ongoing

An exciting opportunity awaits as we seek a motivated Band 8a Pharmacist specialising in Acute Care. This full-time locum position offers an attractive hourly rate of £36 and the chance to work in an engaging and dynamic environment. Join us on a journey where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Perks and benefits:

Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your expertise and dedication, ensuring your hard work is well rewarded. This opportunity provides the ideal platform for professional growth in a fulfilling role, allowing you to enhance your skills in a supportive setting. Flexible shifts mean you can balance your personal and work life with ease, giving you the freedom to enjoy your life outside of work. Join a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork are at the forefront, offering a sense of community and collaboration. Experience the variety and challenge each day brings, broadening your skills and making a real difference in patient care.

What you will do:

As a Band 8a Pharmacist, your responsibilities will include:
- Clinically screening medication charts on the ward
- Screening discharge prescriptions and one-stop orders
- Completing medicines reconciliation and handling ward-based MI queries
- Engaging in MDT working to ensure optimal patient care
- Conducting some clinical checking and ward CD audits
- Ordering medicines and collaborating closely with Medicines Optimisation technicians
- Interpreting blood results in relation to medicines.

Qualifications:

To apply for this role, you must be a registered pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Preferably, you will have hospital experience, but this is not essential if you have been qualified and working for more than one year. An interest or experience in frailty, stroke, brain injuries, or rehab is desirable. Knowledge of polypharmacy and deprescribing is advantageous. Being a car driver would be beneficial.

Acute UK is not just a fantastic place to work, but also a great place to live. With its vibrant community, stunning landscapes, and a wealth of cultural and recreational activities, you will find it an ideal location to enhance both personal and professional life. Come join our team and make a difference today!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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