IP Pharmacist

2 Days Old

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

Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Retail Pharmacies,Public Health