231715 Specialist Pharmacist – Haematology & Immunology – (AP)

Job Description

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Specialist Pharmacist Haematology & Immunology

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service

Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Band 7 1.0 WTE 37 Hours Permanent

£50,861 – £59,159

(including weekend, late night, on-call and public holidays rota commitments)

Join our dedicated Pharmacy & Medicines team and play a key role in delivering high-quality care to Haematology and Immunology Services within the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic pharmacist to contribute to patient centred care, prescribing decisions, and multidisciplinary collaboration in a leading teaching hospital.

About the Role

The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh is a large teaching hospital known for its excellence across various specialist services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy service.
• Working as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, where pharmacists have an established role in non-medical prescribing. To review patients who are either managed directly under (non-malignant) haematology or supporting other clinical teams where haematology input is needed
• Providing support to out-patient services Haemophilia, Thrombosis, and Immunology Centre (HTIC)
• Supporting medicines governance processes, such as updating guidelines, protocols, ensuring appropriate prescribing of immunoglobulins, completion of formulary applications where necessary.
• Supporting and expanding the haematology and immunology homecare service.

Why Join Us?

When you join NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy Team, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking service that values professional growth and high-quality patient care. You will benefit from:

• Specialist experience in non-malignant haematology and immunology, working in one of Scotland’s leading teaching hospitals.
• Opportunities for career progression, including developing advanced clinical and prescribing skills.
• A role with real impact, supporting critical decision-making and improving patient flow in a fast-paced hospital setting.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated pharmacist with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completed training or equivalent competence mapped to the RPS Post-Registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum.

Skills and Attributes:

• Experience in proactively influencing prescribing, using clinical knowledge to optimise patient care.
• A strong patient-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making in an acute medical setting.
• 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 serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we are one of four teaching Boards, fostering strong partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.

The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh is one of Scotland’s busiest and most advanced hospitals, providing a wide range of specialist and emergency care services, making it an excellent place to develop your clinical skills.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification. 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 with the hiring manager. This is a great chance to have an informal discussion, ask questions, and explore how this role aligns with your career goals. The service will also consider flexible working where it can be accommodated.

For further information please contact the following:

Katrina Yu Lead Pharmacist Haematology & Immunology

Or

Ommar Ahmed Clinical Pharmacy Lead Royal Infirmary Edinburgh

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