Principal Pharmacist - Clinical Services

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NHS Scotland

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Ayrshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

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.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Pharmacist based across University Hospital Ayr and University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Pharmacist to lead and manage the clinical pharmacy team across acute hospital sites. The post holder will be responsible for the strategic planning and delivery of clinical pharmacy services across NHS Ayrshire & Arran ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation and standards, as part of the Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services Team .

This post will be strategically aligned to the Womens & Childrens directorate including Paediatrics, Neonatal and Womens Health. The Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services will promote strong clinical governance links and enable collaborative working with the directorate senior leadership team. The post-holder will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating clinical pharmacy service provision and performance using this evaluation as a basis for improvement and development.

The ideal candidate shall therefore demonstrate a passion for leadership, innovation and possess excellent communication skills.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• Relevant clinical pharmacy and/or pharmacy practice experience.
  
• Demonstrable evidence of experience in service delivery & development and the ability to examine current practice and develop and implement innovative solutions for improvement.
  
• Undertaking adverse event investigations and risk assessment.
  
• Developing and implementing procedures, policies and guidelines.
  
• Experience in teaching, education and training.
  
• Experience of supervising pharmacists/ technicians undertaking further qualifications.
  
• Required to demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge about medicines legislation and practice.
  
• Required to demonstrate an expert level of knowledge, skills, clinical reasoning and judgement regarding pharmacy practice.
  
• Expert knowledge and understanding of relevant standards and guidelines.
  
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
  
• Advanced arithmetic skills.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

18.5 hours per week

The post holder will participate in weekend, public holiday and extended hours as required. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions there is a requirement to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day. The post has a dual base (University Hospital Crosshouse & Ayr) with an area-wide remit therefore travel to other hospital sites is required.

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Lynsay Lawless, Associate Director of Pharmacy (Clinical Services, Governance & Innovation) via email: [emailprotected] or telephone 01292 513832

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.

• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
• For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.