Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services

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.Who We AreNHS 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.To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)PositionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services based at University Hospital Crosshouse and Ayr.What You Will DoThe post holder will be responsible for the strategic planning and delivery of clinical pharmacy services across NHS Ayrshire & Arran ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation and standards, as part of the Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly skilled and motivated team, to lead and contribute to the development of clinical pharmacy services and have an active role in local, regional and national groups. This post will be strategically aligned to the Surgical & Critical Care directorate including Critical Care, Surgical Services, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Theatres & Anaesthetics & Anticoagulant Services. The Principal Pharmacist Clinical Services will promote strong clinical governance links and enable collaborative working with the directorate senior leadership team. The post-holder will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating clinical pharmacy service provision and performance using this evaluation as a basis for improvement and development.For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job descriptionKnowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The JobThe postholder requires to have a Master of Pharmacy degree or equivalent and be registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants must have completed a postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy or have completed the RPS Core Advanced Curriculum. The postholder must hold an independent prescribing qualification. Applicants should have leadership, staff management & performance management experience. Applicants should also demonstrate evidence of experience in service delivery & development, and the ability to examine current practice and develop and implement innovative solutions for improvement.For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specificationHours26.25 hours per week working over 7 days. The post involves participation in weekend, public holiday and late-night dispensary rotas.UK Driving Licence/Car OwnershipA UK car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Lynsay Lawless, Associate Director of Pharmacy (Clinical Services, Governance & Innovation) via email: Lynsay.Lawless@aapct.scot.nhs.uk or telephone 01292 513832.Additional Information For Overseas CandidatesTo work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this, please visit here for further information.Additional Information For All CandidatesYou should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. 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If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.ukWe are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.