Primary Care Pharmacist

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité passionnante pour un pharmacien de soins primaires au sein de NHS Forth Valley. Vous rejoindrez une équipe dynamique pour fournir des soins pharmaceutiques de qualité, avec un soutien à la formation pour développer vos compétences cliniques. Ce poste est une mission de 12 mois pour couvrir un congé de maternité, offrant une expérience précieuse dans un environnement collaboratif.

Qualifications

• Pharmacien motivé avec compétences cliniques souhaitées.
• Expérience en soins primaires souhaitable, mais formation complète fournie.
• Nouveaux diplômés doivent suivre le programme de fondation post-enregistrement.

Responsibilities

• Développer des compétences cliniques au sein des pratiques GP.
• Assurer des soins pharmaceutiques de haute qualité.
• Collaborer avec les collègues pour des soins sans faille.

Skills

Compétences interpersonnelles

Communication

Influence

Education

Diplôme en pharmacie

Formation en cours de prescription indépendante

Job description

Primary Care Pharmacist, Forth Valley Sites, Scotland, United Kingdom

Client: NHS Forth Valley

Location: Falkirk (priority location), with travel throughout the area of service delivery

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 18db8d73a723

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

We believe people make the real difference, come and join us!

This is a Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity for 12 months to cover substantive post holders' maternity leave.
*Secondment Opportunity – Existing permanent employees must discuss this with their line manager and complete the secondment request form, available on the HR/Recruitment intranet, prior to interview. The form must be signed and brought to the interview as confirmation of agreement.

NHS Forth Valley offers an exciting opportunity for motivated pharmacists to develop their clinical skills within GP practices. You will help deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care, ensuring optimal outcomes from medicines, and avoiding harm and waste.

You will join a team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and support workers delivering a respected Pharmacotherapy Service.

Applicants should have excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills to work effectively with clinical and non-clinical personnel and patients. Collaboration with hospital, community pharmacy, and care home colleagues is essential for seamless care.

While primary care experience is desirable, candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply as full training will be provided. Newly qualified pharmacists in Scotland should be undertaking the NES Post-Registration Foundation Programme and be prepared to apply for an Independent Prescribing Course. Experienced pharmacists are expected to demonstrate competence in the RPS Core Advanced framework and support colleagues' development. Being an Independent Prescriber is desirable.

The primary location is Falkirk, with travel required throughout the service area.

For more information, contact Euan Reid, Lead Pharmacist – Primary Care, at 01324 566159 or Kevin McGhee, Project Coordinator Pharmacotherapy, at 01324 567938.

Applicants should provide authentic responses to all questions in the application form. The use of AI or third-party tools to generate or alter responses is discouraged. By applying, you confirm all answers are your own work, reflecting your knowledge and experience.

Most correspondence will be via email; please check regularly, including junk folders, and your Jobtrain account for updates.

NHS Forth Valley is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage applications from all sections of society and are positive about offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Please contact the Recruitment Office at 0330 041 4694 for reasonable adjustments.