Specialist Clinical Pharmacist (Addictions)

We are looking to recruit a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist for Addictions to provide specialist pharmaceutical advice, medicines governance input & direct clinical care to patients e.g. those at high risk from polypharmacy. This post will assist with the delivery of a number of the Medication Assisted Treatment standards. We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join us. You will have relevant experience of pharmacy practice, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and good IT skills. You will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide direct clinical care and develop Lead on the development of HSCP pharmacy services in Addictions. Previous experience of management and service development would be ideal. You will have a Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent and be on the practising register of the General Pharmaceutical Council. You should have a relevant postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy. You will have experience of primary care, good clinical skills and be an independent prescriber. NHS Highland is committed to the professional development of its staff. There will be opportunities for further training and education. The post will involve travelling to a number of locations so a full, current driving licence and use of own car for work purposes is essential.   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. PLEASE NOTE – You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Job Train. We suggest you use Internet Browser “Google Chrome” or “Microsoft Edge” DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.