Band 7 and Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist

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Position: Band 7 and Band 8a Locum Clinical Pharmacist
Location: Croydon, UK
Salary: £31.17 - £36.11 per hour
Type: Full-time, 6 Months

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in Croydon as a locum, offering positions at both Band 7 and Band 8a levels. This six-month full-time role provides flexibility along with the chance to expand your clinical skills in a vibrant NHS Trust setting. With rates ranging from £31.17 to £36.11 per hour, you will find this role both rewarding and financially appealing.

Perks and benefits:

- Join as a full-time Clinical Pharmacist and enjoy a wide array of benefits that make locum work truly rewarding.
- Apart from the competitive salary, you will experience the freedom to choose your working periods, allowing for a better work-life balance.
- This temp role also creates excellent opportunities to network with healthcare professionals across various disciplines.
- Additionally, working within a supportive team in the bustling and diverse town of Croydon will add to your professional and personal growth.
- Croydon offers an array of cultural and social opportunities, making it a fantastic place to live and work.

What you will do:

- Provide clinical pharmacy services within NHS hospital wards
- Conduct thorough drug history taking and medicines reconciliation
- Undertake clinical screening and TTA screening
- Utilize EPMA systems effectively and contribute to safer prescribing practices
- Engage with multidisciplinary teams to offer expert pharmaceutical advice
- Ensure the optimal use of medicines and patient safety
- Attend and contribute to clinical meetings and case discussions

Requirements:

- NHS experience
- Hospital ward-based clinical pharmacy experience
- Competency in drug history taking and medicines reconciliation
- Clinical and TTA screening expertise
- Essential EPMA system experience
- Preferred experience with the Cerner system, as it's used by the Trust

Desirable Requirements:

- Previous experience within a London Acute NHS Trust
- Experience with the Cerner EPMA system adds a distinct advantage

Croydon stands out as an amazing place to further your career. Nestled in the heart of South London, it offers the best of urban living and easy access to green spaces. With a great mix of restaurants, shops, and cultural experiences, working here will also enrich your social life. Embrace this opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Croydon.

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