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Who we are:
NHS 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.
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Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Pharmacist Dispensing Services based at University Hospital Crosshouse & Ayr.
Please note this vacancy is offered on a secondment/fixed term basis for 1 year.
What you will do:
The post-holder will lead, deliver, develop, manage and evaluate the operational and clinical aspects of dispensing to all health care areas on Acute Hospital Sites ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards. You will fulfil the role of the Responsible Pharmacist in dispensing services to ensure that all activities are carried out in compliance with relevant legislation and standards. You will provide expert advice in all pharmaceutical matters specific to dispensing services, relating to the care of individual patients and will be given the opportunity to contribute to the wider development and improvement of pharmaceutical services to patients. You will be accountable for the safe and cost-effective use of medicines within the areas of practice. You will be supported to undertake a clinical commitment in accordance with the needs of the service.