Band 7 Mental Health Pharmacist in Rochdale, Lancashire

Job Title: Band 7 Mental Health Pharmacist
Specialism: AHP – Pharmacy
Location: Rochdale, UK
Salary: £31.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Band 7 Mental Health Pharmacist within AHP – Pharmacy in Rochdale, earning £31.00 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers an exciting chance to work across multiple sites within mental health services, providing specialist pharmaceutical expertise to support high-quality patient care. This role is ideal for an experienced pharmacist looking to further develop their mental health pharmacy career while benefiting from the flexibility and rewards of locum work.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time position within a supportive healthcare environment.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £31.00 per hour, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Multi-Site Experience: Gain valuable exposure across a range of mental health settings and services.
• Professional Development: Expand your expertise through varied clinical experiences and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Locum Flexibility: Benefit from the variety and autonomy that locum work provides.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary professionals dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

What you will do

• Ward-Based Pharmacy Services: Provide pharmaceutical support across mental health wards, ensuring safe and effective medication management.
• Clinical Checking: Undertake clinical screening and checking of prescriptions to maintain patient safety.
• Medicines Reconciliation: Complete accurate medicines reconciliation to support continuity of care.
• Electronic Prescribing: Manage and utilise EPMA systems to support safe prescribing practices.
• System Management: Use the PARIS system effectively to contribute to patient care planning and documentation.
• Clinical Advice: Provide expert pharmaceutical guidance and support to multidisciplinary teams.
• Medication Optimisation: Support the safe and appropriate use of medicines across mental health services.
• Governance and Safety: Promote adherence to pharmacy standards, policies, and medicines management procedures.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Pharmacy Qualification: Master's Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current GPhC registration is essential.
• Experience: Minimum of two years' experience working within mental health pharmacy services.
• System Knowledge: Experience using EPMA systems and PARIS is highly desirable.
• Clinical Skills: Strong medicines management, clinical screening, and medication optimisation experience.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary team-working abilities.
• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence is preferred to support travel between sites.

Why Rochdale

Rochdale offers an excellent blend of vibrant town life and beautiful countryside surroundings. With strong transport links, a rich cultural heritage, and easy access to both Manchester and scenic outdoor spaces, Rochdale provides a fantastic quality of life. Whether you're seeking professional growth or a welcoming place to call home, Rochdale offers the perfect balance of opportunity and lifestyle.

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