Band 7 Pharmacist - Medicine, Surgery And Orthopaedics Team in Blackpool, Lancashire

Blackpool

contract, full-time

£31 per hour

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Blackpool, Lancashire

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About Health & Medicine

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Band 7 Pharmacist – Medicine, Surgery and Orthopaedics Team

Specialism: AHP – Pharmacy
Location: Blackpool, UK (Multi-site)
Salary: £31 Hourly
Salary Type: Hourly Pay
Contract: Ongoing, Full Time

Job Overview

Exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Pharmacist to join the Medicine, Surgery and Orthopaedics Team within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. This is a full-time, ongoing locum position based across multiple sites, offering a competitive hourly rate of £31. You’ll be working in a busy acute trust environment, developing your clinical skills across a variety of specialities while enjoying the flexibility and variety that locum work provides.

Locum work is not just about flexibility — it’s also about expanding your experience and stepping into new environments. In this role, you’ll enhance your skills across medicine, surgery, and orthopaedics, while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking pharmacy service.

Perks and Benefits

Full Time: Enjoy the security of full-time hours while still benefiting from the variety and flexibility of locum work.
Hourly Pay: Earn £31 per hour, rewarding you for your expertise and commitment.
Variety: No two days are the same, giving you exposure to a wide range of clinical areas and patient groups.
Work-Life Balance: Locum flexibility allows you to shape a working pattern that suits your lifestyle.
Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience across multiple specialities, strengthening your CV and clinical competence.

What You Will Do

Undertake ward-based clinical pharmacy work within an acute trust, covering general medicine, surgery, and orthopaedics.
Carry out medicines reconciliation, patient reviews, clinical interventions, and support safe and timely discharges.
Use the electronic prescribing system at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals to support accurate and efficient medicines management.
Work onsite as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care.
Apply your previous acute hospital experience to improve patient outcomes and support safe, effective use of medicines.

Requirements

HCPC registration is required.
A minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience is required.
Being a car driver is preferable but not essential.

Why Blackpool?

Blackpool is not only famous for its iconic tower, lively promenade, and beautiful coastline, but it’s also a great place to live and work. With a welcoming community and plenty to do in your downtime, Blackpool offers an excellent balance between professional opportunity and lifestyle. From the seafront attractions to great transport links, it’s a fantastic place to base yourself.

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