Surgical & Critical Care Pharmacist – Lead Clinician

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Enhanced pay for public holidays

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a motivated clinical pharmacist to join the Surgical and Critical Care Pharmacy Team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. You will lead clinical pharmacy services across surgical specialties, work with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to teaching hospitals and perioperative care.

The role offers opportunities to develop advanced clinical practice, participate in research, and support service modernisation while ensuring high standards of patient

Qualifications

• Master’s in Pharmacy or equivalent is required.
• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Post-registration RCP qualification or near completion preferred.
• Independent Prescribing qualification desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop patient‑focused clinical pharmacy services across surgical specialties.
• Rotate across wards and Critical Care Unit; participate in daily ward rounds with MDT.
• Contribute to perioperative clinics and engage in research and quality improvement.
• Support education and development of trainee pharmacists and foundation staff.
• Provide medicines information, prescribing support, and promote patient safety.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Advanced clinical practice

Education

Master’s Degree in Pharmacy

GPhC registration

RCP qualification (or near completion)

Independent Prescribing qualification

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a motivated clinical pharmacist to join the Surgical and Critical Care Pharmacy Team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. You will lead clinical pharmacy services across surgical specialties, work with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to teaching hospitals and perioperative care.

The role offers opportunities to develop advanced clinical practice, participate in research, and support service modernisation while ensuring high standards of patient