Specialist Clinical Pharmacist inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
Candidates interested in this opportunity should apply via Jobtrain and are encouraged to reach out for an informal discussion with the Principal Pharmacist. The position aims to foster a diverse workforce and eliminate discrimination, welcoming applications from all societal sections. Note that the process may close early due to high application volumes.
The Mental Health Pharmacy team in Aberdeen is growing!
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated pharmacist to join our Mental Health Pharmacy team. The post holder will be a key member of consultant led multi-disciplinary mental health teams and provide patient centred, safe and effective clinical pharmacy services to in-patients and out-patients in Grampian.
The post holder will have the opportunity to work across a range of clinical settings including, Adult Mental Health, Old Age Psychiatry, Learning Disabilities, Rehabilitation, Forensic and Eating Disorders Services. You will also support the technician led dispensary service to ensure efficient & responsive supply of medicines to patients within the Mental Health Service. This post includes a commitment to rotational weekend working (approx. 1 day every 8 weekends) in the dispensary at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI).
A Master’s Degree in Pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council are mandatory requirements. Previous experience in mental health is not essential and training will be provided. Candidates should have a completed, be undertaking or willing to undertake post-registration training or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates
A provisional date of Wednesday February 19th has been set for interviews.
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Fiona Raeburn, Principal Pharmacist (Email: , Tel .
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.
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