Mental Health Pharmacist (Locum)

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and clinically driven Mental Health Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. This locum position offers the chance to make a real difference for patients receiving mental health care in inpatient and community settings.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct clinical medication reviews and optimise prescribing for mental health patients.
• Support patients with medication adherence and provide education.
• Offer specialist advice on psychotropic medicines.
• Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and care planning.
• Monitor high‑risk medicines and lead medication safety initiatives.
• Contribute to service development, audits, and quality‑improvement projects.
• Supervise and support junior pharmacy staff where appropriate.

Required profile

• Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Previous experience in mental health pharmacy or a strong clinical pharmacy background.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Independent Prescriber qualification desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to patient‑centred care and continuous professional development.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in mental health services.