Clinical Pharmacist – Acute

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Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a
Clinical Pharmacist Acute and General Practice
based at
Arran Medical Practice, Lamlash and Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine
.

What You Will Do
You will use and develop your clinical expertise (including independent prescribing where applicable), working with a cohort of patients as part of a multidisciplinary practice team and community hospital team. Part of the role will also include ensuring quality and cost-effective prescribing within GP practices to meet NHS Ayrshire & Arran's efficiency savings. This post requires clinical expertise, good communication, organisational and IT skills along with the ability to work with patients and other healthcare professionals.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
You will have relevant post-registration experience of pharmacy practice, sound clinical knowledge, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and good IT skills. You will have a Masters degree in Pharmacy or equivalent and be on the practising register of the General Pharmaceutical Council. Ideally you will be an independent prescriber or be willing to work towards this.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
37
hours per week Monday-Friday

UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership
A UK car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Nico Cocozza or Louise Nixon

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