233853 Specialist Pharmacist

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Specialist Pharmacist
(Education, Research and Development)
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Western General Hospital
Band 7 | 0.5WTE | 18.5 Hours
£50,861 - £59,159 pro rata
Fixed Term or Secondment 12 months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced pharmacist to be integral to championing the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) post registration foundation (PRF) programme, increasing engagement and completion across the managed service (hospital and primary care). NHS Lothian at present has 65 pharmacists either undertaking or due to start this programme.

About The Role
The post will be based within the Pharmacy Department (Education, Research and Development (ERD) Team) at the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh and will work across NHS Lothian sites and health and social care partnerships (HSCP). You will liaise with other education and training pharmacists in Scotland, and with NHS Education for Scotland (NES).

You will help shape and deliver a programme of support to complement that offered by NES and RPS, ensuring early years pharmacists gain the confidence and competence required for their roles. You will also develop a supportive learning pathway for the post registration supervisors in the service.

Why Join Us?

The vision for the Pharmacy & Medicines Service is to deliver clinically led, person-centred services to ensure patients across Lothian get the best from their medicines and pharmacy services. We are focussed on creating an environment where each person in the team has the opportunity to flourish, develop and make best use of their skills.

About You
This post will interest candidates with a desire to develop and evidence competency in the education, research and leadership domains of the RPS Core Advanced Practice Curriculum. You will have the opportunity to develop a greater understanding of and contribute to national and local priorities in pharmacy education. There will be opportunities to be trained in and to facilitate Simulation Based Education and Physical Assessment Skills.

We're Looking For Someone Who
Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Has a Master of Pharmacy Degree or equivalent
• Be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Completion of Post Registration Foundation Training or have equivalent competence mapped to the

Skills And Attributes

• A strong patient-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective clinical decision-making.
• A proactive attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• A strong alignment with NHS Lothian's values and a willingness to contribute to our dynamic team.

About NHS Lothian
NHS Lothian covers Edinburgh city, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian. We are the second largest health system in NHS Scotland and one of only four teaching Boards. We have strategic partnerships with local Universities, Local Authorities and our four Integration Joint Boards. We serve a population of 900,000, providing a range of primary, community based and acute hospital services. We also provide regional and national services across a range of clinical specialties. Join a dynamic organisation that values innovation, research, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For further information on what is included in the role and the skills and experience we're looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. However, we understand that there's only so much a job pack can convey. If you'd like to learn more about this exciting role, the team you'll be joining, or the opportunities available, we warmly encourage you to get in touch.

For internal candidates: Please ensure that you have discussed your application with your line manager and that a completed and signed 'Pharmacy Secondment Approval Form' has been authorised prior to attending your interview.

Role
This is a great chance to have an informal discussion, ask questions, and explore how this role aligns with your career goals. Please contact:

• Seonaid McIntyre, Advanced Clinical Pharmacist, Pharmacy ERD
• Caroline Souter, Principal Pharmacist, Pharmacy ERD

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
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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.

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Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.