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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 fixed-term (6 months) Clinical Pharmacist – Combined Assessment Unit based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for delivering a highly specialised clinical pharmacy service to patients accessing care within Emergency Care. Base will be at University Hospital Crosshouse (UHC) with some cross-site working at University Hospital Ayr (UHA).
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
The Emergency Departments (ED) & Combined Assessment Units (CAU) utilises multiple ambulatory care pathways, rapid assessment, early senior clinical decision-making & care involving the multidisciplinary team therefore the ideal candidate shall need to possess the relevant hospital experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran benefits from automated dispensing and electronic prescribing (HEPMA and CEPAS). You will possess a desire to drive forward and actively contribute to the transformation of Clinical Pharmacy Services within Ayrshire & Arran. We support the development of our staff and applicants not currently holding a practice prescribing certificate will be supported to complete this.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 hours per week.
You will participate in weekend, public holiday and extended hours rotas as required. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and or an extended working day.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by:
Laura McLenaghan, Senior Pharmacist Laura.McLenaghan@aapct.scot.nhs.uk / Katy Warren, Senior Pharmacist Katy.Warren@aapct.scot.nhs.uk / Marion Hamilton, Senior Pharmacist Marion.Hamilton@aapct.scot.nhs.uk .
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