Bank Prescribing Pharmacist


Location
Basingstoke, England
Salary
£25.64 to £30.76
Profession
Pharmacist
Deadline
03 Nov 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
05 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

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Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Qualifications

    Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification. Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role. Previous general practice experience is desirable.

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Job summary

Bank Prescribing Pharmacist required in Basingstoke - attractive remuneration package! We have opportunities for Prescribing Pharmacists to join Englands leading Primary Care Providers Bank division, supporting colleagues and practices across Basingstoke with continuity of care for patients during periods of absence and annual leave. Main Responsibilities: Key duties will include: Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice. Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction. Ideal Candidate: Interested? What you will need to be considered: Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification. Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role. Previous general practice experience is desirable. Package Description: What we can offer as a Bank Prescribing Pharmacist: Competitive hourly remuneration NHS Pension Accrued paid annual leave Regular consultant-led GP education sessions Access to in

Main duties of the job

Bank Prescribing Pharmacist required in Basingstoke - attractive remuneration package! We have opportunities for Prescribing Pharmacists to join Englands leading Primary Care Providers Bank division, supporting colleagues and practices across Basingstoke with continuity of care for patients during periods of absence and annual leave. Key duties will include: Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice. Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction. Interested? What you will need to be considered: Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Independent prescribing qualification. Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role. Previous general practice experience is desirable.

About us

Operose Health is Englands leading Primary Care Provider. The organisation focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to patients and communities. It operates with a vision to provide patient-centered, seamless, and comprehensive primary care across the nation. The company is committed to innovation, modernisation, and ensuring high levels of patient and staff satisfaction. It offers a collaborative working environment, encouraging teamwork among multi-professional teams to ensure the best outcomes in patient care. Operose Health's Bank division plays a crucial role in maintaining the continuity of patient care during staff absences or leaves, highlighting its commitment to reliable healthcare delivery.

Details

  • Date posted: 05 October 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £25.64 to £30.76 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1559227690
  • Job locations: Operose Health, Basingstoke, RG22 4EH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Bank Prescribing Pharmacist required in Basingstoke - attractive remuneration package!

We have opportunities for Prescribing Pharmacists to join Englands leading Primary Care Providers Bank division, supporting colleagues and practices across Basingstoke with continuity of care for patients during periods of absence and annual leave.

Main Responsibilities:

Key duties will include:

  • Prescribing, online and telephone clinical triage, management of minor illness and LTC advice.
  • Delivering safe, clinical decisions and expert care as well as working collaboratively with all team members of a multi professional team and driving innovation, modernisation and high levels of staff and patient satisfaction.

Ideal Candidate:

Interested? What you will need to be considered:

  • Undergraduate degree in pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
  • Independent prescribing qualification.
  • Ability to apply effective clinical judgement in the prioritisation and decision-making aspects of the role.
  • Previous general practice experience is desirable.

Package Description:

What we can offer as a Bank Prescribing Pharmacist:

  • Competitive hourly remuneration
  • NHS Pension
  • Accrued paid annual leave
  • Regular consultant-led GP education sessions
  • Access to internal training and development
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