264040 (LI) Lead Pharmacist Surgical Services

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lothian is seeking a Lead Pharmacist for Surgical Services at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Band 8A, 1.0 WTE, 36 Hours, Permanent.

The post leads service transformation and works with an innovative multidisciplinary team to improve patient safety and outcomes in vascular and general surgery, advancing peri-operative pharmaceutical care.

PVG/UK work presence and continuing professional development are expected. Email: [e-mail].

Qualifications

• MPharm degree and GPhC registration are required.
• Independent prescribing qualification is required.
• Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy or demonstrate equivalent competence.
• If no Diploma/MSc, demonstrate progress across the four pillars of the RPS Core Advanced Curriculum.
• If Diploma/MSc completed, complete the learning needs analysis (LNA) and PDP plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead service transformation initiatives in the surgical services.
• Integrate pharmacists into multidisciplinary ward rounds.
• Develop advanced pharmacist roles within peri-operative medicine.
• Collaborate with surgical and critical care teams to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical governance

Peri-operative medicine knowledge

Research & development

Education

Master of Pharmacy Degree (MPharm)

GPhC Registration

Independent Prescribing Qualification

Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

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.

Lead Pharmacist Surgical Services

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service

Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Band 8A | 1.0 WTE | 36 Hours | Permanent

£65,125 - £70,303

(with weekend and public holiday working)

Are you a pharmacist with a keen interest in Surgical Services, ready to make an impact on patient safety and improve patient outcomes? Are you searching for a role that will challenge, inspire, and reward you every day?

This new position offers you the chance to make a real impact to patients who are undergoing complex surgeries in Vascular and General Surgery (upper gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disease). You will be working in partnership with an innovative multidisciplinary team who are pioneers in novel surgery techniques and world leaders in research and development. As Lead Pharmacist for Surgical Services at RIE you will be leading on service transformation initiatives which will help to improve patient outcome.

About The Role

This post is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist looking to specialise or advance in Surgical Services. You will:

• Play a key role as part of the multidisciplinary team across surgical services and other specialist teams who are key partners (e.g. Acute Pain, Theatres and Anaesthetics, Critical Care, Nutrition, Infection)
• Collaborate closely with a highly supportive surgical and critical care pharmacy team across all acute sites, committed to innovation and service development
• Lead service transformation initiatives including the integration of pharmacists into multidisciplinary ward rounds and the development of advanced pharmacist roles within peri-operative medicine
• Benefit from opportunities for personal and professional development initiatives, including research and development alongside the Pharmacy and surgical team.

Why Join Us?

The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (RIE) is a large teaching hospital offering best practice across a wide variety of specialist services. It has easy access to local facilities and transport routes.

Role

This is an exciting time for Surgical Services with redesign of pathways of care to ensure best use of skill mix and resources across the surgical multidisciplinary team. The recognition of the impact of expert pharmaceutical care to the patient journey in the peri-operative period has led to this additional investment which enables the development of advanced pharmacist roles as non-medical prescribers in a well supported environment. You’ll have the chance to work on:

• Service development projects aimed at improving patient care and modernising service delivery.
• A wide variety of clinical experiences including participation in multidisciplinary ward rounds and developing clinical management pathways all supported by robust training and development opportunities.

About You

To excel in this role, you will need:

Essential Qualifications And Competencies

• A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
• Completed Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or Masters of Science (MSc) in Clinical Pharmacy or be able to demonstrate competence to the level of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Core Advanced Curriculum.
• Candidates who have not completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy must demonstrate substantial progress across the four pillars of the RPS Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum through:
  • Engagement with the RPS Core Advanced Curriculum
  • Active participation in a community of practice/peer network
  • Submit a screenshot of portfolio (programme of learning page)
  • Complete the RPS learning needs analysis tool to assess progress with the Core Advanced Curriculum and any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans
• Candidates who have completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy should complete the learning needs analysis (LNA) using the LNA tool in the RPS e-portfolio, identifying any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans.

Experience and Knowledge

• A commitment to improving patient care through pro‑active, evidence‑based pharmaceutical services.
• Experience in influencing prescribing practices and working in a patient‑focused environment.
• Surgical experience, including an understanding of peri‑operative medicine

About NHS Lothian

NHS Lothian is the second‑largest health system in Scotland, covering Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is driven by a commitment to clinically led, person‑centred care, ensuring every patient benefits from safe, effective, and efficient pharmaceutical services.

We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development, making NHS Lothian an exciting place to work and grow your career.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found in the further information for this vacancy.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Jin Hah, Head of Pharmacy Clinical Services (Cancer, Surgery, Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Advances Therapies) email: [e-mail] Tel [phone]

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.