Pharmacy Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Pharmacy Support Worker to join the developing pharmacy team. The successful candidate will be primarily based at HMP Castle Huntly, with duties across HMP Perth, HMP Bella CCU and the GP Out of Hours Service in Perth and Dundee as required.

36 hours full-time or part-time hours considered. An SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services is required. Inquiries to Louise Brannan, [e-mail].

Qualifications

• SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the accurate and timely processing and supply of medicines.
• Supporting the ordering, receipt, storage and distribution of medicines and pharmaceutical stock.
• Participating in medicines stock control, including stock rotation and monitoring.
• Ordering and invoicing medicines and sundry items.
• Maintaining accurate records and complying with all relevant legislation, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Contributing to the safe, efficient and effective delivery of pharmacy services to patients.

Skills

Patient-centred care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Flexibility

Weekend rota

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

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.

Please note: this post is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Support Worker to join our developing pharmacy team within Prison Healthcare and the GP Out of Hours Service.

The successful candidate will be primarily based within the Health Centre at HMP Castle Huntly, with a requirement to work across HMP Perth, HMP Bella Community Custody Unit (CCU) and the GP Out of Hours Service in Perth and Dundee as service needs require.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the accurate and timely processing and supply of medicines.
• Supporting the ordering, receipt, storage and distribution of medicines and pharmaceutical stock.
• Participating in medicines stock control, including stock rotation and monitoring.
• Ordering and invoicing medicines and sundry items.
• Maintaining accurate records and complying with all relevant legislation, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Contributing to the safe, efficient and effective delivery of pharmacy services to patients.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must hold an SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or an equivalent accredited qualification that meets the regulatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

We are looking for someone who has:

• A patient-centred approach and commitment to delivering high-quality care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing service demands and work across multiple sites.
• The ability to work as part of a weekend rota where required.

Hours of work

36 hours full time or all part time hours considered

Informal Enquiries To

Louise Brannan Specialist Pharmacy Technician [e-mail]

Jessica Hurst Senior Pharmacy Technician [e-mail]

Stephanie Anne Sifton Senior Pharmacy Technician [e-mail]

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