Independent Prescriber: Critical Care Pharmacist

NHS Scotland; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Lothian invites applications for a Specialist Pharmacist in Critical Care and Cardiothoracic Surgery at Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. The role focuses on optimising complex medication regimens for critically ill patients and contributing to safety initiatives.

The post is Band 7, 1.0 WTE (36 hours), fixed term/secondment for 12 months, with flexible working arrangements where possible.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Pharmacy and GPhC registration are required.
• Experience in influencing prescribing and patient-focused care is preferred.
• Evidence-based practice and engagement in quality improvement are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily consultant-led ward rounds in Critical Care and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Review and optimise complex medication regimens for critically ill and ward‑step down patients.
• Utilise independent prescribing to improve patient care and contribute to guidelines and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Support medication safety initiatives and service development within the team.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy

Prescribing (independent)

Communication

Education

Master’s in Pharmacy

GPhC registered

Post-registration foundation training (RPS curriculum)

Job description

NHS Lothian invites applications for a Specialist Pharmacist in Critical Care and Cardiothoracic Surgery at Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. The role focuses on optimising complex medication regimens for critically ill patients and contributing to safety initiatives.

The post is Band 7, 1.0 WTE (36 hours), fixed term/secondment for 12 months, with flexible working arrangements where possible.