Advanced Pharmacist

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.

Band 7 / 8a Pharmacist position depending upon experience

15 hours per week applicants seeking 7.5 hours/day will be considered

Fixed Term/Secondment for 23 months

We are seeking applications from staff who want to develop their skills and knowledge of education practice and development by taking responsibility for a specific area of post-registration Pharmacist professional development activity. Please get in touch if you are interested in more information.

Pharmacist career development frameworks and programmes have developed to enable learners to develop their skills within the workplace. We are now seeking pharmacists who will contribute to the planning and development of our future workforce development structure.

You will be an active member of the Education and Training team providing support to supervisor and learner groups across acute service, general practice and mental health sectors. You will work in partnership with relevant training providers and colleagues across NHS Scotland and NHS Tayside teams.

We’re Looking For Individuals Who

• Are GPhC-registered and preferably have experience across more than one sector
• Hold a post-graduate qualification in advanced pharmacy practice or equivalent
• Are independent prescribers (or working towards it)
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication, team working & time management skills
• Passionate about supporting learners and driving educational innovation

Contact or telephone number for further information

Current NHS Tayside employees – written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

Additional Information For Candidates

• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.