NR214305 - Pharmacy Technician

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic, GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technicians to join their developing pharmacy teams. This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, allowing for flexibility while delivering essential pharmacotherapy services across Aberdeenshire. Successful candidates will gain valuable experience in a supportive environment, working both independently and collaboratively. With a commitment to equality and diversity, this organization encourages applications from all sections of society. If you're passionate about pharmacy and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in community or hospital pharmacy settings.
• Ability to perform medicines reconciliation and manage pharmaceutical queries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacotherapy services within Aberdeenshire H&SCP.
• Support local teams of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians remotely.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

GPhC registration

Pharmacy Technician qualification

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Jobtrain system

Job description

Pharmacy Technician Primary Care

Band 5

We have an opportunity available in the Kincardine & Mearns area.

Full Time/Part Time Opportunities (minimum 3 days, Monday to Friday)

We are seeking enthusiastic, GPhC-registered Pharmacy Technicians to join developing pharmacy teams and deliver pharmacotherapy services within Aberdeenshire H&SCP. This role involves remote working to support local teams of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

The ideal candidates will work well within a team, under supervision, and independently. Through on-the-job support and training, successful candidates will gain experience in tasks such as medicines reconciliation, Medicines Care & Review, pharmaceutical queries, managing shortages, and promoting quality, cost-effective prescribing.

Applicants may have a community or hospital pharmacy background or current experience working within GP practices as a Pharmacy Technician. Good communication, interpersonal, and time management skills are essential. A full driving license and access to a car are also required.

The post involves working across a wide area, including onsite work in GP practices and remote work from an agreed base. Specific bases and areas of work will be discussed during the interview.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 23 May 2025

Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams on Monday, 2 June 2025.

For further information, please contact one of the Aberdeenshire lead pharmacists:

• Birgit Teismann / Elaine Neil
• Tel: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail] / [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity and eliminating discrimination. We encourage applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information for Candidates

Please apply through the Jobtrain system. Do not upload a CV, as it will not be used for shortlisting. The closing time is midnight on the application deadline unless stated otherwise, and applications may close early due to volume.

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Note: If operating within the Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all associated costs.

NHS Grampian serves over 500,000 people across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, and is committed to fostering a positive, supportive environment aligned with NHS and social care values.