Senior Pharmacist – Clinical / Dispensary

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kilmarnock is seeking a Senior Pharmacist for Clinical and Dispensary duties at University Hospital Crosshouse. The role involves delivering specialized pharmacy services and collaborating with medical teams for effective patient care. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Pharmacy and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. The ideal applicant should also have experience in clinical knowledge and a commitment to safe prescribing practices.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Completion of the Post-registration Foundation Programme is preferred.
• Evidence of clinical knowledge equivalent to the required level is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a highly specialised clinical pharmacy service to patients.
• Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds.
• Ensure safe and effective prescribing of medicines.

Skills

Registered Pharmacist

Clinical knowledge

Team collaboration

Patient care

Safe prescribing

Education

Master of Pharmacy degree

Post-registration Foundation Programme

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 & Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net).

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Pharmacist – Clinical / Dispensary based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

The post holder will be responsible for delivering a highly specialised clinical pharmacy service to patients accessing care within the medical specialties at University Hospital Crosshouse, in particular high care areas such as the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit, Medical High Dependency Unit and Acute Coronary Care Unit. The post holder will participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and work closely with the clinical team to ensure the safe and effective prescribing of medicines to inpatients within medical wards. Additionally, this post provides an essential service to the hospital pharmacy dispensary to ensure that prescriptions are safe, clinically appropriate and processed efficiently within the department.

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:

The post holder requires to have a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants should have completed the Post-registration Foundation Programme for Pharmacists (or have demonstrable evidence of clinical knowledge equivalent to that level). We support the development of our staff and applicants not currently holding a practice prescribing certificate will be supported to complete this.

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

Hours:

37 hours per week.

You will participate in weekend, public holiday and extended hours as required. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day.

UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

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

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Lyn Kelly, Senior Pharmacist Medicine, University Hospital Crosshouse. [e-mail] Tel:[phone]

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