Locum Band 7 Dispensary Pharmacist - West Yorkshire

Job Title: Hospital Dispensary Pharmacist

Banding: Band 7 

Location: West Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP 

Duration: 3 months 

Hourly Rate: Up to £30 per hour umbrella (or PAYE equivalent)

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full-time

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Dispensary Pharmacist to join a busy NHS hospital pharmacy service in Yorkshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and high‑quality dispensary services within a well‑established hospital setting. You will play a key role in clinical screening, accuracy checking, and supporting the wider pharmacy team to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate pharmaceutical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality dispensary services.


• Conduct clinical screening and accuracy checking of prescriptions.


• Provide expert medicines information and advice to patients and healthcare professionals.


• Support and supervise pharmacy technicians and assistants within the dispensary.


• Ensure compliance with legal, professional, and organisational standards.


• Participate in audits, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.


• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold robust governance practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).


• Previous NHS hospital dispensary experience (essential).


• Strong understanding of medicines legislation, dispensing processes, and clinical screening.


• Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail.


• A proactive, patient‑focused, and professional approach.

Referral Bonus

If this sounds like you, I’d love to connect. Please send over your updated CV and let me know your availability before the role is gone.
Not available right now? No problem — referrals are hugely appreciated, and we have locum roles available across the UK.
💸 Referral Bonus Scheme:
• 1^st placed referral – £300
• 2^nd placed referral – £500
• 3^rd placed referral – £650
Know someone who’d be a great fit? Drop me a message — your recommendation could earn you a bonus.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply

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Reasonable Adjustments

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