Specialist Pharmacist - Aseptic Dispensing Services/Clinical

Job details

• Job reference: 261188
• Salary: Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
• Job closing date: 19/10/2026
• Job Type: Other Therapeutic
• Location: Western General Hospital
• Employment type: Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Job posted date: 05/10/2026
• Employer (NHS Board): NHS Lothian
• Department: Pharmacy

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Join our dedicated Pharmacy & Medicines team and play a key role in delivering high-quality service to patients in NHS Lothian. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic pharmacist to contribute to clinical pharmacy service delivery across surgical specialities and aseptic unit based at the Western General Hospital Edinburgh.

About the Role

This is an opportunity to work within a pharmacy team providing specialist clinical pharmacy service to surgical areas. These areas include Colorectal and Urology surgery. The post holder will also deputise for aseptic services manager as part of their role in technical services. The aseptic unit prepares parenteral nutrition, outpatient chemotherapy, clinical trials, CIVAS and ATMP products. They will be able to expand their specialist knowledge and develop their skills in service development, staff management, training and education. This role will allow the post holder to develop their practice in line with the Royal College of Pharmacy Advanced Pharmacy Practice Curriculum, working towards and achieving credentialling as part of your professional development.

The post holder will contribute to the development and delivery of the clinical pharmacy service and aseptic service provision. This will be an equal split between both areas.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent)
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completed training or equivalent competence mapped to the RPS Post-Registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum.
• Post-registration hospital pharmacy aseptic experience.

Skills and Attributes:

• Experience in proactively influencing prescribing, using clinical knowledge to optimise patient care.
• A strong patient-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, enabling effective decision-making in a fast-paced surgical environment and aseptic services.
• Great attention to detail for aseptic product release and contributing to the pharmaceutical quality system within the aseptic unit.
• A proactive attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

About NHS Lothian

At NHS Lothian, we are committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. Serving a population of 900,000, we are the second-largest health system in Scotland and home to one of its four teaching boards. Join a dynamic organisation that values innovation, research, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. However, we understand that there's only so much a job pack can convey. If you’d like to learn more about this exciting role, the team you’ll be joining, or the opportunities available, we encourage you to get in touch with the hiring manager. This is a great chance to have an informal discussion, ask questions, and explore how this role aligns with your career goals. The service will also consider flexible working where it can be accommodated.

For further information please contact the following:

Fiona Bathgate Lead Pharmacist for Aseptic Services (WGH) | Western General Hospital

📞 0131 537 3488

📧 fiona.bathgate@nhs.scot

Alison MacInnes Lead Pharmacist Surgical Services (WGH) | Western General Hospital

📞 0131 537 3483

📧 alison.macinnes2@nhs.scot

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