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Locum Opportunity – Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist (Wards Cover) | CumbriaWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7/8a Clinical Pharmacist to provide wards-based clinical cover within a well-established NHS hospital in Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist seeking an ongoing locum role, offering competitive rates and on-site accommodation.Start Date: ASAP – ongoingPay Rate: £32–£42 ph umbrella company (or its PAYE equivalent)On-site accommodation availableKey ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services across inpatient wardsReview, optimise, and reconcile medicines to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient prescribingParticipate in ward rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making as part of the multidisciplinary teamProvide medicines-related advice to medical, nursing, and allied health professionalsSupport safe discharge planning, including patient counselling and TTO reviewsIdentify, resolve, and proactively prevent medicines-related issues in line with NHS policies and guidelinesEssential RequirementsRegistration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degreeProven previous NHS hospital experience at Band 7 or aboveAbility to work confidently and independently across wards with minimal supervisionStrong clinical knowledge and excellent communication skillsInterested?Please send your updated CV and confirm your availability at your earliest convenience toNot available or not quite the right fit?Referrals are very welcome — we have a variety of hospital locum opportunities across the UK.Referral Bonus Scheme1st referral placed – £3002nd referral placed – £5003rd referral placed – £650#ClinicalPharmacist #LocumPharmacist #NHSJobs #HospitalPharmacy#HospitalPharmacist #PharmacyJobsUK #LocumJobs#HealthcareCareers #UKPharmacy #PharmacistJobs