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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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
We require enthusiastic, self-motivated and innovative clinical pharmacists to develop and support the delivery of the Scottish Government funded Pharmacotherapy Service within GP practices in NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
What you will do:
You will use and develop your clinical expertise (including independent prescribing where applicable), working with a cohort of patients as part of a multidisciplinary practice team. Part of the role will also include ensuring quality and cost effective prescribing within GP practices to meet NHS Ayrshire & Arran’s efficiency savings. The posts require clinical expertise, good communication, organisational and IT skills along with the ability to work with patients and other healthcare professionals.
The posts are based in GP practices across Ayrshire. Occasionally however, you may be required to work in other areas within NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
Qualifications: |
Masters of Pharmacy Degree or equivalent. Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council of Great Britain (including evidence of continuing professional development). Vocational Training (Level 2) or training experience to an equivalent level. |
Practice Certificate in Pharmacist Prescribing (Desirable) |
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or demonstrable evidence of clinical knowledge equivalent to that level) (Desirable). Member of Professional Body (e.g.Royal Pharmaceutical Society) (Desirable) |
Experience: |
Relevant pharmacy experience. Experience in primary care pharmacy. |
Good interpersonal skills. |
Full Driving Licence. |
Planning and organisational skills. |
Ability to work autonomously. |
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, in a pharmacy and multi-disciplinary environment. |
Knowledge: |
Required to demonstrate a highly specialised level of clinical pharmacy knowledge, skills, clinical reasoning and judgement. |
Requires advanced arithmetic skills. Computer literate with knowledge of information technology. Critical appraisal skills. |
Good knowledge and understanding of relevant standards and guidelines. |
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
30 per week.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.
For informal enquiries please contact Nico Cocozza via email (nico.cocozza@aapct.scot.nhs.uk)
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