AJM - Pharmacist Advanced

Pharmacist Advanced NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh 12 Months Fixed Term or Secondment

Including weekend, late night and public holiday rota commitments

Do you want to make a meaningful impact by working within Haematology (non-cancer) & Immunology service to deliver advance pharmaceutical care? If you are an experienced pharmacist with a passion for service development and a track record of delivering results, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead transformative change across hospital pharmacy services in Lothian.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver specialist service to in-patient and out-patient Haematology (non-cancer) and Immunology with a potential to participate in an established out-patient clinic. The post holder would be responsible for:

• planning and delivery of clinical pharmacy service and medicines governance to these specialist areas.
• Immunoglobulin oversight for NHS Lothian within acute services, including monitoring and reporting via national immunoglobulin register.
• Annual horizon scanning to identify efficiency opportunities and developing delivery plans.

At NHS Lothian, we value innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As part of our pharmacy team, you will benefit from:

• The opportunity to lead impactful projects that directly improve patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities.
• A collaborative and supportive environment, where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Ongoing support for professional development, including advanced clinical learning and leadership opportunities.

Within this post specifically, we offer an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist clinical environment, where innovation and service development are encouraged. You will be a key part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, contributing to patient-centred care. This role provides professional development opportunities and the chance to influence pharmacy practice at a senior level.

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

• A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
• Completed Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or Masters of Science (MSc) in Clinical Pharmacy or be able to demonstrate competence to the level of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Core Advanced Curriculum.
• Candidates who have not completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy must demonstrate substantial progress across the four pillars of the RPS Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum through:
  • Engagement with the RPS Core Advanced Curriculum
  • Active participation in a community of practice/peer network
  • Submit a screenshot of portfolio (programme of learning page)
  • Complete the RPS learning needs analysis tool to assess progress with the Core Advanced Curriculum and any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans
• Candidates who have completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy should complete the learning needs analysis (LNA) using the LNA tool in the RPS e-portfolio, identifying any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans.

• Proven expertise in service development, including the design and implementation of healthcare initiatives.
• A strong background in training and education, with experience delivering impactful sessions for healthcare professionals.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making.

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…