Senior Clinical Pharmacist - Substance Misuse

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Pharmacist specializing in Substance Misuse at a leading healthcare provider in Scotland. This role involves working as an Independent Prescriber within a dedicated team, focusing on clinical care and treatment for substance misuse patients. You will develop advanced knowledge in addiction and mental health, ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equality and diversity, where your contributions will enhance pharmaceutical services and patient care. This fixed-term position offers flexible working hours across various locations, making it a perfect fit for dedicated professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in substance misuse and addiction.
• Expertise in clinical pharmacy prescribing and patient assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical pharmacy prescribing for substance misuse patients.
• Assess, review, and initiate treatment plans for patients.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy

Substance Misuse Knowledge

Independent Prescribing

Mental Health Disorders

Education

Pharmacy Degree

Postgraduate Training in Clinical Pharmacy

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Senior Clinical Pharmacist - Substance Misuse, Edinburgh

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c6406d8c0faa

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

This position is based at Caley Court Resource Centre, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, within NHS Scotland. NHS Ayrshire and Arran is committed to equality, diversity, and eliminating discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Position: An exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Pharmacist - Substance Misuse at Caley Court, Stevenston. This is a 12-month fixed-term role.

What you will do:

Work as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber within NHS Ayrshire and Arran Specialist Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services, leading in clinical pharmacy prescribing and review for substance misuse patients. Responsibilities include providing clinical care, assessing, reviewing, and initiating treatment for patients.

Knowledge, training, and experience required:

Develop advanced knowledge in substance misuse, addiction, and mental health disorders. Provide expert advice, monitor and develop service provision, ensure evidence-based practice, and contribute to pharmaceutical service improvements. Responsible for the safe, cost-effective use of medicines.

Hours: 37 hours per week with flexible working across NHS Ayrshire and Arran, mainly based in North Ayrshire.

For informal discussions, contact Alexander Adam, Principal Specialist Pharmacist in Substance Use Management.

Additional information:

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