Locum GP Lead Practice Pharmacist - Essex

Locum GP Lead Practice Pharmacist (Band 8a)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a Band 8a GP Lead Practice Pharmacist looking for a rewarding locum role in Essex? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

• Job Title: GP Lead Practice Pharmacist (Band 8a)

• Location: Essex

• Duration: Ongoing

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (30-minute break)

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: Ongoing

• Rate of Pay: £32-£42 per hour (LTD or Umbrella)

• Contact: Alfie Rowett / /
  
  

What You'll Be Doing:

Join our client's team as a GP Lead Practice Pharmacist and take the lead on managing long-term conditions in a primary care setting. In this role, you will:

• Run clinical review clinics focused on asthma, COPD, hypertension, and mental health

• Prescribe independently and optimise patient outcomes through personalised medication reviews

• Collaborate with GPs, nurses, and other primary care professionals

• Deliver high-quality care aligned with national guidelines

• Keep accurate clinical documentation and support QOF-related activity
  
  

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A current GPhC registration as a pharmacist

• Independent Prescriber status

• Experience working in a primary care pharmacy setting

• Confidence running clinics and managing long-term conditions

• Completion of or enrolment on the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (ideal)

• Strong clinical judgement and communication skills
  
  

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, offering ongoing locum work with the possibility of remote elements. Flexibility and long-term potential for the right candidate.

This opportunity won't last long! Contact Alfie today at or email or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency specialising in locum and permanent roles for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) across the NHS and private sector. We support Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Dispensers, and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We're also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

The benefits of working with us:

? Fast & simple AHP locum registration - get set up quickly
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? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
? Specialist AHP recruitment consultants who understand your fiel