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This is an ideal opportunity for independent prescribers to gain experience of working in multi-disciplinary community alcohol and drug teams and to improve their clinical skills in the management of drug and alcohol problems. We are offering a permanent full time opportunity, with an induction and clinical support from senior clinicians.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Alcohol and Drug Recovery Services manage a system of care for individuals with problem drug and alcohol use in the largest health board in . The health board includes some of the most deprived areas in the , with the highest prevalence of problem drug use and alcohol related harms. The provision of accessible, high quality and recovery orientated services are an important component of addressing public health needs and tackling health inequalities.
Treatment, care and support for problem substance use is delivered through integrated working between health and social services. As well as being one of the largest and most dynamic drug and alcohol treatment service providers in Europe, our services are also at the forefront of service developments in many areas including innovative Enhanced Drug Treatment Service, community based Hepatitis C care pathways and community based recovery supports.
Pharmacist Independent Prescribers deliver a wide range of interventions to individuals with problem drug and alcohol user with the aim of improving health and social outcomes. These include review of health needs, substitute prescribing and providing testing and treatment for Hepatitis C and HIV. Pharmacist Independent Prescribers are based in integrated community teams, carry a caseload, work closely with specialist service medical staff.
It is essential you have a Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. You should also have significant post-registration experience. The hours of this post are worked Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Informal Contact
Mary Clare Madden on 0141 303 8931
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs .