Burnley - Clinical Pharmacist - NHS Hospital - Lancashire - Band 8a
Are you a Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist ready to take on a career-defining locum opportunity? We're offering an incredible 12-month contract in Lancashire, working in a dynamic NHS hospital covering maternity, gynaecology, and paediatrics wards.
- Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist (Band 8a)
- Location: Lancashire - easily commutable from Merseyside
- Duration: 12-month maternity cover
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:00pm
- Start Date: June 2025
- End Date: June 2026
- Rate of Pay: £27-£37 per hour, depending on banding and experience
- Contact: Alfie Rowett / /
Why This Role?
This isn't just a locum post - it's a chance to step into a highly specialist role, become the go-to expert for Women's, Children's & Neonatal services, and make a real impact on patient care. With full autonomy, a supportive team, and the chance to lead on governance work, this is the perfect contract for an experienced clinical pharmacist looking for a step up or a meaningful change.
What You'll Be Doing:
In this specialist role, you'll:
- Take ownership of clinical pharmacy services across maternity, gynae and paediatric wards
- Be the clinical lead for Women's, Children's & Neonatology - supporting staff and fielding advanced queries
- Work closely with MDTs to improve outcomes for vulnerable patient groups
- Support and guide rotational pharmacists, sharing your expertise
- Lead on governance initiatives, driving quality and safety across your service area
What You'll Need:
- GPhC registration as a Pharmacist
- Significant hospital experience - ideally in paeds, women's health, and neonatology
- Excellent clinical knowledge and confidence managing complex queries
- Strong communication skills and a team-first approach
- Passion for improving patient care and supporting NHS excellence
The Package:
- 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
- Long-term security with a 12-month maternity cover
- Competitive Band 8a rate - up to £37/hour based on experience
- Work in a top-rated NHS trust with outstanding support structures
- Immediate June start
This is a rare and exciting opening for a confident, capable pharmacist to lead a specialist service and enjoy long-term, rewarding NHS work.
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