Specialist Clinical Pharmacist

Job title:

Specialist Clinical Pharmacist

Company

NHS Scotland

Job description

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.Innovate. Collaborate. Elevate.The Clinical Pharmacy Team in NHS Tayside are not just setting the standard; we’re redefining it. Pioneering innovation, we seek a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist specialising in Medicine for the Elderly to revolutionise pharmaceutical practice across traditional boundaries. Join us as we break barriers, advance patient-centred care, and align with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum.Why Us?

• Innovation Hub: Be part of a culture that fosters creativity and groundbreaking solutions in healthcare.
• Collaborative Ecosystem: Work alongside dynamic, multidisciplinary teams committed to pushing the boundaries of patient care.
• Career Advancement: Benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth in an environment that values your expertise.

The Medicine for the Elderly clinical pharmacy team is pivotal in preventing hospital admissions and enhancing care throughout the patient pathway. Frail patients, often facing complex health issues and medication regimens, require specialised expertise in medication management. Clinical Pharmacy brings a unique skill set, ensuring that medications are optimised for efficacy and tailored to the specific needs of older frail people. By conducting comprehensive medication reviews, identifying potential adverse reactions, and collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams, the clinical pharmacy team plays a crucial role in mitigating medication-related risks. This proactive approach not only prevents unnecessary hospital admissions, reducing the burden on healthcare resources, but also contributes to an overall improvement in the quality of care for older frail people.We are seeking an exceptional candidate to be a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist, working as part of the clinical pharmacy team to develop services across the patient pathway to ensure continuity of care, promote better health outcomes, and foster a person-centred, quality approach. A key component of your role will be to carry out polypharmacy reviews in collaboration with medical colleagues effectively utilising your clinical knowledge & skills and prescribing qualification to positively contribute to patient care.You will work at a senior level within the service and play an influential role in the patients care pathway whilst continuing to develop advanced clinical skills. The combination of responsibilities will significantly enhance your growth in both the clinical and leadership aspects of this role.

You will have previous experience of working within a clinical environment and will have completed a post-graduate diploma in clinical pharmacy. Evidence of multi-disciplinary teamwork in Elderly Care and well-developed communication and leadership skills would be advantageous.Training and support will be provided. A commitment to continuing professional development is essential. You must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and possess a prescribing qualification or be prepared to work towards one.Informal enquiries to:Karen Lowdon, Lead Clinical Pharmacist, MFEorSarah Lightfoot, Head of Clinical PharmacyHours of work are: 37 hours over 7 days contributing to weekend working and public holiday rota. Part time hours are welcomedShort-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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Expected salary

£60126 – 64906 per year

Location

Dundee

Job date

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 05:30:17 GMT

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