Job Title: Independent Prescribing (IP) Pharmacist – Community Pharmacy Location: Scotland
Salary: Circa £60,000–£70,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract Type: Full-time (Part-time considered)
Job Summary
We are looking for a clinically driven Independent Prescribing Pharmacist to join our community pharmacy team in Scotland. This role focuses on expanding clinical services, delivering patient-centred care, and utilising prescribing skills to improve access to treatment within the community setting.
You will play a key role in service delivery aligned with NHS Scotland priorities, including managing common clinical conditions, supporting long-term condition care, and reducing pressure on GP services.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver independent prescribing clinics within scope of competence (e.g., minor illness, acute conditions, long-term condition management)
Provide Pharmacy First Plus / NHS Pharmacy First Scotland services
Conduct clinical consultations, assessments, and prescribing decisions
Deliver structured medication reviews and support medicines optimisation
Manage and support long-term conditions (e.g., hypertension, asthma, COPD)
Provide urgent care consultations and triage patients appropriately
Administer vaccination services (e.g., flu, travel, NHS campaigns)
Lead and develop private clinical services (if applicable)
Ensure compliance with Scottish clinical guidelines and PGDs
Support the safe supply of medicines and supervise dispensing processes
Provide leadership, training, and support to pharmacy team members
Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure confidentiality
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Qualified Independent Prescriber (IP)
Experience working in community pharmacy
Strong consultation and clinical assessment skills
Ability to work autonomously and make safe prescribing decisions
Excellent communication and patient care skills
Desirable Criteria
Experience delivering NHS Pharmacy First Scotland services
Training in minor illness / acute care prescribing
Experience with vaccination services
Leadership or management experience
Postgraduate clinical qualification
Key Competencies
Patient-focused approach with strong clinical judgement
Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to continuous professional development
Strong organisational and problem-solving skill