General Practice Clinical Pharmacist

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. We require enthusiastic, self motivated and innovative clinical pharmacists to develop and support the delivery of the Scottish Government funded Pharmacotherapy Service within GP practices in NHS Ayrshire & Arran. You will use and develop your clinical expertise (including independent prescribing where applicable), working with a cohort of patients as part of a multidisciplinary practice team. Part of the role will also include ensuring quality and cost effective prescribing within GP practices to meet NHS Ayrshire & Arran’s efficiency savings. The posts require clinical expertise, good communication, organisational and IT skills along with the ability to work with patients and other healthcare professionals. You will be a qualified pharmacist with Stage II Vocational training or evidence of equivalent experience. You should have proven clinical skills. A qualification as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber (or working towards that) is desirable, as is a relevant postgraduate qualification. You should hold membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council. Additionally you should demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Professional Development. Various hours available. In future, in accordance with AfC Terms and conditions, you may be required to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day. The post requires full PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland. A driving licence is essential for this post. Please note that candidates new to the NHS should expect to start at the entry point of the relevant pay scale.