Dispensary Operations Lead - 9-Month Secondment

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Dispensary Operational Team Lead to manage a pharmacy dispensary team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience as a pharmacy technician, with responsibilities including clinical trials drug handling and team leadership. This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care. Interested candidates should contact the hiring manager for more information.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as a qualified pharmacy technician.
• Hold a recognized work-based assessor's certificate (to be obtained within 24 months if not already achieved).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of core and rotational pharmacy technical and support staff.
• Responsible for clinical trials drug handling and stock accountability.
• Participate in weekend and public holiday rotas.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously

Good problem-solving skills

Experience of training and managing staff

Education

Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

National Certificate in Pharmacy Services

Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 3 in Pharmacy Services

HNC Pharmacy Services Development and Management qualification

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Dispensary Operational Team Lead to manage a pharmacy dispensary team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience as a pharmacy technician, with responsibilities including clinical trials drug handling and team leadership. This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care. Interested candidates should contact the hiring manager for more information.