237943 Specialist Pharmacist

Job Description

Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

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.

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Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a ‘regulated role’, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

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As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro rata. Please note that the pay scale in this advert will not be changing as a result.

Specialist Pharmacist Surgical/Aseptic

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service (including evening, weekend, on call and public holidays commitment)

Join our dedicated Pharmacy & Medicines team and play a key role in delivering high quality service to patients in NHS Lothian. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic pharmacist to contribute to clinical pharmacy service delivery across surgical specialities and aseptic unit based at the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh.

About the Role

This is an exciting new opportunity to work as part of a team of pharmacists providing specialist clinical pharmacy service to surgical areas. These areas include General Surgery, Critical Care, Orthopaedics and Reproductive Medicine. The post holder will also have the opportunity to deputise for aseptic services manager as part of their commitment to technical services. They will be able to expand their specialist knowledge and develop their skills in service development, staff management, training and education. These dynamic roles will allow the post holder to be supported through cross professional collaboration to work towards/achieve core advanced pharmacist credentials.

The post holder will contribute to the development and delivery of a high quality clinical pharmacy service, adapting to evolving healthcare needs.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic 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 a surgical setting.
• A proactive attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

About NHS Lothian

At NHS Lothian, we are committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. Serving a population of 900,000, we are the second largest health system in Scotland and home to one of its four teaching boards. Join a dynamic organisation that values innovation, research, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we are looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. However, we understand that there are only so many words a job pack can convey. If you would like to learn more about this exciting role, the team you’ll be joining, or the opportunities available, we 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: Ommar Ahmed Clinical Pharmacy Lead Royal Infirmary Edinburgh