Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
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Lead Pharmacist Respiratory Outpatients
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Band 8A | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours |1 Year Fixed term/Secondment
£60,126 - £64,906
(including weekend, late night and public holiday rota commitments)
An exciting opportunity to lead clinical pharmacy services in outpatient respiratory medicine.
This is your opportunity to join NHS Lothians respiratory pharmacy team as Lead Pharmacist Respiratory Outpatients, working across three acute hospitals. Youll play a key role in shaping clinical pathways following updated national guidance, leading on clinical and cost-effective medicines optimisation and delivering high-quality, person-centred care to respiratory outpatients with a focus on severe asthma.
About the Role
In this role, you will provide expert clinical pharmacy input, with a particular emphasis on:
1. Lead and evaluate pharmacy-led interventions in respiratory care with a focus on severe asthma.
2. Collaboration with dynamic, multiprofessional teams across acute sites including supporting multidisciplinary severe asthma clinics
3. An opportunity to influence policy, practice and treatment pathways in the management of respiratory patients.
4. Implementation and review of homecare medicines provision for respiratory medicines.
5. Promoting medicines optimisation, safety, and value across the respiratory service
Why Join Us?
At NHS Lothian, we value innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As part of our pharmacy team, youll benefit from:
6. The opportunity to lead impactful projects that directly improve patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities.
7. A collaborative and supportive environment, where your ideas and contributions are valued.
8. Ongoing support for professional development, including advanced clinical learning and leadership opportunities.
About you
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care.
Essential Qualifications and Competencies
9. A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
10. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
11. An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
12. 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.
13. 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 CurriculumActive participation in a community of practice/peer networkSubmit 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
14. 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.
Experience and Knowledge
15. Proven expertise in collaborative service development, including the design and implementation of healthcare initiatives.
16. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making.
About NHS Lothian
NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotlands 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 outcomes for our patients.
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:
Jenny Scott, Lead Clinical pharmacist, Acute services
07515891263 @
Make your mark on the future of hospital pharmacy apply today!
For internal candidates: Please ensure that you have discussed your application with your line manager and that a completed and signed 'Pharmacy Secondment Approval Form' has been authorised prior to attending your interview.
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