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Lead Pharmacist, Prison and Police Custody Healthcare
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
HMP Edinburgh or HMP Addiewell
Band 8A | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours | Fixed Term (12 months)
£62,681- £67,665
(including weekend, late night and public holiday rota commitments)
Are you an experienced clinical pharmacist ready to lead and innovate in prison health care and police custody suites?
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of patients by shaping pharmaceutical services in a dynamic and supportive environment?
Do you want to enhance your skills ain both medicines governance and service development?
We are delighted to advertise a 12 month secondment in the unique, dynamic environment of prison services and police custody healthcare. 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. Furthermore, this role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in service development and medicine governance scenarios that can complement and enhance your current skillset.
About the Role
This is your opportunity to be responsible for the pharmacy input of healthcare in both HMP Edinburgh, HMP Addiewell and police custody, while contributing to tackling health inequalities amongst the residents of these services; some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
In this role, you will:
1. Support the pharmaceutical care of this group, including medicines reconciliation at transitions of care, long term condition management, high risk medication monitoring and polypharmacy review.
2. Lead a programme of effective medicines management and medicines governance.
3. Collaborate with senior healthcare staff across disciplines to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred care.
4. Deliver specialist education and training across disciplines.
5. Contribute to service development and innovation across NHS Lothians prisons and police custody services.
Why Join Us?
At NHS Lothian, we value innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As part of our pharmacy leadership 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. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, to support work-life balance.
9. A chance to be part of one of Scotlands largest and most innovative health systems, serving over 900,000 people.
10. Ongoing support for professional development, including advanced clinical learning and leadership opportunities.
About You
To excel in this role, you will need:
Essential Qualifications and Competencies
11. A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).
12. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
13. An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
14. 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
15. 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
16. Proven expertise in service development, including the design and implementation of healthcare initiatives.
17. A strong background in training and education, with experience delivering impactful sessions for healthcare professionals
18. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making.
About NHS Lothian
NHS 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. 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.