Senior Pharmacist- Primary Care

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Senior Pharmacist to join their dedicated team in Scotland. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with GPs and primary care teams to enhance patient care and medicines management. As a key player in the NHS, you will deliver pharmacotherapy services, develop clinical caseloads, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals to improve prescribing quality. With a focus on excellence and a commitment to diversity, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a real difference in patient health outcomes. Join a dynamic environment that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified independent prescriber or willing to qualify.
• Experience with primary care teams and GP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacotherapy services and support patients with medicines.
• Work with GPs and primary care teams to enhance medicines management.

Skills

Clinical Knowledge

IT Skills

Excellent Communication

Ability to Work Independently

Team Collaboration

Education

Masters Degree in Pharmacy

Registrant with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Independent Prescriber or Working Towards

Post-Registration Foundation or Equivalent Experience

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Senior Pharmacist- Primary Care, Blair Court, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Client:

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

Location:

Blair Court, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

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

We have one full-time permanent position (37 hours/week) and one part-time permanent position (22.2 hours/week), with a Monday to Friday shift pattern. Salary is pro-rata for part-time hours.

Glasgow City HSCP (North-West Locality): This role involves working with GPs and primary care teams to enhance medicines management and patient care. Responsibilities include delivering pharmacotherapy services, supporting patients with medicines, and developing a clinical caseload aligned with Achieving Excellence strategy. Applicants should be qualified independent prescribers or willing to qualify. The role involves working within NHS GGC primary care pharmacy teams to improve prescribing quality and cost-effectiveness, collaborating with GPs, practice staff, pharmacists, care home staff, and other healthcare professionals. The position requires clinical knowledge, IT skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and in teams. Travel between GP practices and care homes is required. Experience with primary care teams and GP systems is advantageous. PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland Check is necessary.

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registrant with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Independent prescriber or working towards
• Post-Registration Foundation or equivalent experience

Contact details for the Recruitment Service are in the Candidate Information Packs. NHS GGC promotes diversity and inclusion and is a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces community.

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