Clinical Pharmacist (Bank)
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Position Overview
Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist (Bank)
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: The Beaumont Hospital, Bolton
Employment Type: Bank (Flexible / As and When Required)
Salary: Up to £25.00 per hour (commensurate with experience, training, and qualifications)
About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting exceptional clinical and pharmaceutical professionals with premier independent medical providers. We are proud to partner with Circle Health Group—Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider—to recruit a flexible Clinical Pharmacist (Bank) for the Pharmacy Department at The Beaumont Hospital in Bolton.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive medication reviews for inpatients and outpatients, identifying drug interactions, contraindications, and opportunities for medicines optimization.
Provide tailored, patient-focused advice regarding treatment plans, potential side effects, compliance, and lifestyle considerations.
Support safe prescribing practices through accurate medication reconciliation, clinical screening, and appropriate dose adjustments (e.g., renal or hepatic impairment).
Review and authorize prescriptions in strict line with clinical guidelines, formulary restrictions, and regulatory requirements.
Promote safe and cost-effective medicine usage by supporting adherence to local and national policies.
Supplement core staffing levels during busy operational periods and provide essential cover during staff absences or annual leave.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Pharmacy (MPharm or equivalent).
Registration: Current, valid GPhC registration as a Pharmacist.
Experience: Previous hands-on experience working in a clinical hospital pharmacy environment.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of therapeutics, clinical guidelines, and pharmaceutical legislation.
Skills: Excellent communication, autonomous working capability, and sound clinical decision-making skills within a multidisciplinary team.
Technical Proficiency: Confidence utilizing electronic prescribing and medication administration systems (such as EPMA).
Salary & Benefits
Competitive Hourly Rate: Up to £25.00 per hour.
Flexibility: Work on an "as and when required" basis to suit your schedule while gaining valuable experience across a leading independent hospital network.
Culture & Support: Join a dynamic environment driven by strong core values of quality, compassion, and professional excellence.