228307 Lead Pharmacist, Prison and Police Custody Healthcare (AP)

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post. Job Description

Lead Pharmacist, Prison and Police Custody Healthcare HMP Edinburgh or HMP Addiewell Band 8A | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours | Fixed Term (12 months) 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. Responsibilities

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. Lead a programme of effective medicines management and medicines governance. Collaborate with senior healthcare staff across disciplines to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred care. Deliver specialist education and training across disciplines. Contribute to service development and innovation across NHS Lothians prisons and police custody services. Requirements

A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent). Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Proven expertise in service development, including the design and implementation of healthcare initiatives. A strong background in training and education, with experience delivering impactful sessions for healthcare professionals Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making. What We Offer

The opportunity to lead impactful projects that directly improve patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities. A collaborative and supportive environment, where your ideas and contributions are valued. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, to support work-life balance. A chance to be part of one of Scotlands largest and most innovative health systems, serving over 900,000 people. Ongoing support for professional development, including advanced clinical learning and leadership opportunities.

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