We are currently recruiting for a Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist – Surgery to work on a temporary basis in Dundee, Scotland. Please see details of the role below:
Role Details
- Role: Band 8a Clinical Pharmacist – Surgery
- Days: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8am to 4pm
- Pay: £50ph+
- Start: 3rd August 2026
- Length: Until October 2026
- Additional Info: PVG check required
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Clinical Pharmacist to join a busy surgical pharmacy team in Dundee. At Band 8a level, you will provide expert clinical pharmacy input across surgical wards and departments, leading on medicines optimisation and supporting the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care to surgical patients. Duties will include complex clinical screening and verification of prescriptions, providing expert medicines advice to surgical multidisciplinary teams, leading on medicines optimisation initiatives within the surgical speciality, supporting and mentoring junior pharmacy staff, and contributing to the development and implementation of medicines-related policies and guidelines.
Requirements
- Current GPhC registration
- Minimum of 6 months NHS hospital experience at Band 7 or above
- Demonstrable experience in senior clinical pharmacy practice, ideally within a surgical or peri-operative setting
- Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and evidence-based prescribing
- Experience leading or supervising pharmacy teams
- Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a complex clinical workload
- PVG scheme membership or willingness to undergo a PVG check
Why work with Cpl UK Healthcare?
Cpl UK Healthcare are a market leader in recruiting AHPs across the UK. As a preferred supplier to the NHS and private sector, we hold a number of exclusive contracts nationwide. This gives you priority access to some of the best pharmacy opportunities available.
Referral Bonus
Do you know a colleague who may be interested in a new role? We offer a £200 referral bonus for every AHP you recommend who goes on to work with us.
How to Apply
To apply for this role or to discuss other Pharmacy opportunities across the UK, please contact:
Ellee Cowdrey
Client Partnership Manager
ellee.cowdrey@cpl.com
07876 143 538
You can also view all of our other Pharmacy roles here:
www.uk.cpl.com/jobs/pharmacy