Hospital Pharmacist role - Newly qualified / no hospital experience welcome!

Are you a newly qualified Pharmacist / Pharmacist with community experience or ACT looking for your first NHS Hospital opportunity? We have a fantastic role for you based in Essex!

• Job Title: Pharmacist OR Accredited Checking Technician (ACT) required - Band 5• Location: Chelmsford, Essex - NHS organisation • Duration: 3 months (with potential for extension)• Schedule: Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm (1-hour lunch break)• Start Date: ASAP• End Date: Ongoing• Rate of Pay: Circa £20 per hour (PAYE)• Contact: Alex Roberts

What You'll Be Doing:Join our NHS client's team as a Locum Pharmacist or ACT in the inpatient dispensary at a leading NHS Hospital near Chelmsford. In this role, you will:

• Perform final accuracy checks on dispensed medication

• Support the inpatient dispensary team to ensure safe, timely medication delivery

• Work closely with pharmacists and pharmacy technicians

• Gain valuable hospital experience in a supportive environment

• Contribute to patient safety and service efficiency

Requirements & Qualifications:To be successful in this role, you will need:

• GPhC registration as a Pharmacist or ACT Pharmacy Technician

• A keen interest in hospital pharmacy (ideal for newly qualified pharmacists)

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• A proactive and collaborative working style

• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care

Working Hours & Contract Duration:This role offers a flexible working arrangement across Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Friday. The initial contract is for 3 months, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience.

The benefits of working with us:? Fast & simple AHP locum registration? A network of like-minded AHP professionals? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll? Specialist AHP recruitment consultants? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities? CV marketing & business development support? Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

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