Interim Specialist Mental Health Pharmacist

We are currently supporting an NHS Trust in the West
Midlands to recruit an experienced Band 8a Specialist
Mental Health Pharmacist for an urgent interim
requirement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established
clinical team within a mental health setting, contributing
to high-quality patient care while working in a supportive
multidisciplinary environment.

The contract is initially 12 weeks, with a strong possibility
of extension based on service needs.

Role Overview
• Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services
within a mental health setting
• Participate in ward-based clinical activities,
including medicines optimisation and patient
review
• Support dispensary services and provide
professional oversight to ACT technicians
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure safe,
effective, and evidence-based use of medicines
• Occasional cross-site support may be required
within the Trust

Working Pattern
• Monday to Friday
• Full-time or part-time considered
• No on-call or out-of-hours commitments

Essential Requirements
Please note: candidates without the below experience
will not be considered
• Registered Pharmacist (GPhC)
• Proven NHS hospital experience
• Extensive Mental Health Pharmacy experience
(essential)
• Strong clinical ward-based experience

• Ability to work autonomously and within
multidisciplinary teams

What’s on Offer
• Competitive pay at Band 8a NHS agency capped
rates
• Flexible working options (FT/PT)
• Opportunity to gain experience within a reputable
NHS Trust
• Potential for contract extension

About Us
We are a specialist healthcare recruitment agency
working in partnership with NHS organisations across the
UK, connecting experienced professionals with high-
quality interim and permanent opportunities.

Apply Now
If you are an experienced Mental Health Pharmacist available for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you.