Pharmacist Specialist - Specialist Children’s Services B7

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to support children and adolescents in ADHD clinics within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. The role involves managing ADHD patients and overseeing junior staff, with a strong emphasis on mental health pharmacy. Candidates must have clinical experience, be registered with the GPhC, and may work full-time or in split part-time roles.

Qualifications

• At least two years of clinical experience, preferably in hospital practice.
• Strong interest in mental health and relevant experience.
• Registered with the GPhC and working towards or completed Post-registration Foundation training.

Responsibilities

• Manage a cohort of ADHD patients in autonomous clinics.
• Oversee junior pharmacists, clinical technicians, and trainees.
• Potential to expand into other areas as the service develops.

Skills

Clinical experience

Mental health pharmacy

Independent prescriber

Education

Registered with the GPhC

Post-registration Foundation training

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to over 1.15 million people, expanding to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

For information on how to contact the Recruitment Service and details of the recruitment process, please refer to the Information for candidates document, available through the Supporting Information section.

We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to support children and adolescents in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), primarily within ADHD clinics, with potential to expand into other areas as the service develops.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will manage a cohort of ADHD patients, running autonomous clinics under regular supervision from a senior pharmacist. You will also oversee junior pharmacists, clinical technicians, and trainees, with opportunities to develop your role as the service evolves.

Applicants should have at least two years of clinical experience, preferably in hospital practice and mental health pharmacy, and be or soon to be an independent prescriber. Candidates with a strong interest in mental health, relevant experience, and current or prospective independent prescribers are encouraged to apply.

You must be registered with the GPhC and either be working towards or have completed Post-registration Foundation training. Some travel between sites may be required.

This position can be full-time or split into two part-time roles.

For informal enquiries, contact Lorna Hammond at 0141 211 6426 or [e-mail], or Kirsten Little at [e-mail].

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community sections. We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognizing military skills and experience.

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