Pharmacy Support Worker (Rotational)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join the Pharmacy Team at the Golden Jubilee University National Hospital in Edinburgh. The role involves managing the supply of medicines and supporting patient-focused services. Full training will be provided, and flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy experience is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the supply of medicines within the ward environment.
• Support the safe use of medicines.
• Rotate between ward services, dispensary, and distribution.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Support Worker (Rotational), Edinburgh

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

794343dcf923

Job Views:

3

Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

The Golden Jubilee University National Hospital, home of the West of Scotland Heart & Lung Centre and an expanding elective centre, has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the existing Pharmacy Team at the Golden Jubilee. The successful applicant will manage the supply of medicines within the ward environment and the automated drug cabinet, supporting the safe use of medicines. They will help deliver an effective, efficient, patient-focused service, ensuring all medicines are supplied in a timely manner. The role involves rotating between ward services, dispensary, and distribution.

The ideal candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to organise, prioritise, and manage their own work. Previous pharmacy experience is desirable, but full training will be provided. The successful applicant will participate in full-week working and public holidays.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for this role and would like further information, please contact Fiona Buchanan, Deputy Chief Technician, at 0141 951 5807.

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to flexible working options for this role.

Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and require support during the recruitment process, please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion and are proud of our diverse workforce. Contact details for the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.