Locum Band 8A Aseptic Pharmacist - Shrewsbury

Job Title: Pharmacist – Aseptic Services
Banding: Band 8a
Location: Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months with option to extend
Hourly Rate: £35-36
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 (TBC)

 

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8a Pharmacist – Aseptic Services to join the team at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled pharmacist with recent acute NHS hospital experience to support the delivery of specialist aseptic pharmacy services within a busy hospital environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant provision of aseptic products, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to maintain the highest standards of patient care and quality assurance.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist pharmaceutical support to aseptic services within the Trust
• Ensure the safe and effective preparation, supply, and management of aseptic products
• Support compliance with relevant legislation, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and local policies
• Provide expert clinical and technical advice on aseptic services
• Contribute to quality assurance, risk management, and governance activities
• Work collaboratively with pharmacy, nursing, and medical teams to optimise patient care
• Support the continuous development and improvement of aseptic pharmacy services

 

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Recent and relevant experience working within an acute NHS hospital
• Significant experience within Aseptic Services
• Strong understanding of GMP, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent clinical, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Enhanced DBS required

 

Additional Information

• No remote working available
• Candidates previously submitted for this role will not be considered; please do not re-submit CVs
• Experience within a busy NHS acute hospital aseptic service is essential

 

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

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with Pulse.

 

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