220892 (MG) Advanced Clinical Pharmacist (Mental Health Inpatient Services)

Job title:

220892 (MG) Advanced Clinical Pharmacist (Mental Health Inpatient Services)

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.Advanced Clinical Pharmacist Inpatient Mental Health ServicesNHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines ServiceRoyal Edinburgh HospitalBand 8A | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours |Permanent£62,681- £67,665(with public holiday and on-call commitment, flexible working considered)Are you an experienced clinical pharmacist ready to lead and innovate in mental health care?
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of patients by shaping pharmaceutical services in a dynamic and supportive environment?
We are delighted that following ongoing Scottish Government investment into mental health recovery and renewal we are growing our team with the addition of advanced clinical pharmacist posts delivering mental health pharmaceutical care to a defined patient population. 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.About the RoleThis is your opportunity to join NHS Lothians expanding mental health pharmacy team as an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist Inpatient Mental Health Services, based at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. Youll play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to adult inpatients and supporting their recovery journey. In this role, you will:

• Lead clinical pharmacy services for adult inpatients in the rehabilitation wards of the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.
• Provide expert pharmaceutical care to patients supported by the Community Rehabilitation Team.
• Collaborate with senior hospital staff across disciplines to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred care.
• Line manage a team of clinical pharmacists, supporting their development and performance.
• Contribute to service development and innovation across NHS Lothians mental health services.

Why Join Us?At NHS Lothian, we value innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As part of our pharmacy leadership team, youll 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.
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, to support work-life balance.
• A chance to be part of one of Scotlands largest and most innovative health systems, serving over 900,000 people.
• Ongoing support for professional development, including advanced clinical learning and leadership opportunities.

About youTo excel in this role, you will need:Essential Qualifications and Competencies

• A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
• 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

to assess progress with the Core Advanced Curriculum and any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plansExperience and Knowledge

• 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.

About NHS LothianNHS Lothian is the second-largest health system in Scotland, covering Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is driven by a commitment to clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring every patient benefits from safe, effective, and efficient pharmaceutical services.We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development, making NHS Lothian an exciting place to work and grow your career.Ready to Take the Next Step?For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience were looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. However, we understand that there’s only so much a job pack can convey. Thats why we encourage you to reach out for an informal conversation to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Contact:Paul Maguiness – Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Mental Health & Associated Services0131 537 6482 | Bleep 7518
Email: [email protected]Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early.The email address you provide will be used for notifications. Please check your Junk and Spam inboxes as notifications may go directly to these.We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.To 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.As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website .For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or going rate. Further information on these criteria can be found .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 sponsoredBEFORE submitting your application form.This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a ‘regulated role’, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: .

Expected salary

£62681 – 67665 per year

Location

Scotland

Job date

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:48:51 GMT

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