Clinical Pharmacist

NHS Scotland; Melrose; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is looking for forward-thinking Clinical Pharmacists to join their team at Borders General Hospital. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth and development, including training in various clinical services. Candidates will be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing high-quality pharmaceutical care across multiple specialties.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a degree in pharmacy.
• Willingness to undertake independent prescribing.
• Support for NHS foundation pharmacists during placements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmaceutical care across diverse patient groups.
• Participate in on-call and weekend working rota.
• Support training for NHS foundation pharmacists.

Skills

Pharmaceutical care

Continuous professional development

Teamwork

Education

Post Registration Foundation Training

Job description

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About the Role

We are recruiting forward-thinking clinical pharmacists to join our clinical pharmacy team based at Borders General Hospital, providing services throughout NHS Borders.

Training and Development

You will receive training in various clinical services, dispensary, and aseptic services tailored to your personal development needs. Our supportive teams will help you deliver pharmaceutical care across diverse patient groups, including Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Care of the Elderly, Cardiology, Stroke, Cancer care, Palliative care, Mental Health, and Intensive care.

Professional Growth

You will be encouraged to undertake continuous professional development, including Post Registration Foundation Training, independent prescribing, or other postgraduate studies based on your experience and needs. You will also support NHS foundation pharmacists during their hospital sector placements.

Additional Information

• This role involves being part of the on-call and weekend working rota.
• For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact Kirsten Thomson, Lead Clinical Pharmacist, at 01896 827715 or [e-mail].
• Please submit your application early as late applications cannot be accepted.
• Note: Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check, including PVG Scheme membership if classified as a 'regulated role'. More details are available at Disclosure Scotland Changes.

Our Values

• Care and Compassion
• Quality and Teamwork
• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honesty, and Responsibility

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.