Senior Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description

About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

We’re excited to launch a brand-new Biologics Pharmacist role – the first of its kind in NHSGGC! This is a unique opportunity to shape the service from day one and make a tangible difference to patient care and medicines optimisation. You will provide expert clinical support across Rheumatology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, and other specialist areas using biologic therapies, while supporting the Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) and homecare teams with clinical queries, shortages, and safe, cost-effective biosimilar switching.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Permanent, Full-time




• Base location – Queen Elizabeth University Hospital




• Shift pattern – Monday to Friday, core hours, This would also include participation in weekend and public holiday working, as well as the on call rota.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical advice for all biologics across multiple specialities.




• Support PDC and home care teams with shortages and complex queries.




• Lead safe, cost-effective biosimilar switching programmes.




• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and optimise medicines use.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• Master’s Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent and registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.




• Completed or currently undertaking NES Foundation Level Training (or equivalent).




• Prescribing qualification achieved or in progress.




• Knowledge of biologics or complex therapies is desirable.




• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.




• Enthusiasm for service improvement and shaping a brand-new role.

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.




• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.




• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.




• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e learning and classroom based courses.




• Enhanced pay for working public holidays.




• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.




• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Lesley Anne Tait, Interim Lead pharmacist patient services – (66068)

Information for candidates

Application and contact information

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Flexible working and equality

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.