237943 Specialist Pharmacist

Specialist Pharmacist

NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service (including evening, weekend, on-call and public holidays commitment) invites applications for a Specialist Pharmacist to support surgical specialities and aseptic unit at the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh.

This role involves providing specialist clinical pharmacy service to General Surgery, Critical Care, Orthopaedics and Reproductive Medicine. The post holder will deputise for the aseptic services manager, develop and deliver high‑quality clinical services, and expand technical skills through staff management, training and education.

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).
• Completed training or equivalent competence aligned with the RPS Post‑Registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum.

• Experience in proactively influencing prescribing to optimise patient care.
• Strong patient‑focused approach working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills in a surgical setting.
• Proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

At NHS Lothian we are committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion. Serving a population of 900,000, we are the second‑largest health system in Scotland and home to one of its four teaching boards.

To work in the United Kingdom, you must have legal permission. For details on work authority check, please consult NHS Scotland recruitment guidance. This post requires PVG Scheme membership; the appointment will be subject to a criminal records check as per the latest legislative changes. Participants may receive flexible working arrangements.

For further information on the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the linked job specification. The service will consider flexible working where it can be accommodated.

For further information please contact:
Ommar Ahmed | Clinical Pharmacy Lead | Royal Infirmary Edinburgh 📞  📧 ommar.ahmed4t