Pharmacy Technician/ Specialist Pharmacy Technician

NHS Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to manage the dispensary at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. This role involves leading a team, optimizing pharmacy services, and ensuring compliance with operational procedures. A strong candidate will prioritize patient care and have relevant qualifications, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Applications welcomed from Pharmacy Technicians registered with GPhC.
• Holding a final accuracy checking qualification is essential.
• Experience in a pharmacy environment is favored.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the pharmacy dispensary team.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures.
• Enhance service delivery by adapting services to meet user needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Team leadership

Patient-centered service

Education

HNC Pharmacy Services Development and Management

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.

We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Technician to take on the challenge of managing the Pharmacy Dispensary at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic and innovative healthcare environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About The Role

As a key member of the Medicines Supply Chain team, you will:

• Lead and manage the pharmacy dispensary team, ensuring staff are trained, competent, and supported in their roles.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Monitor and exceed key performance indicators, ensuring the best use of resources.
• Enhance service delivery by engaging with service users and adapting the dispensing service to meet their needs.
• Drive innovation by supporting an exciting program of improvements in Medicines Optimisation and Efficient Medicines Supply Systems.
• Reduce medicines waste, cut costs, increase efficiency, and improve the service experience for both patients and staff.
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to be part of our team as we work towards an innovative and sustainable future for pharmacy services. The successful candidate will have the opportunity for professional development, with measurable objectives to challenge and support career growth.

If you have a particular interest beyond the dispensing service, let us know—we are open to exploring how we can integrate your passions into this role.

Applications are welcomed from Pharmacy Technicians registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) who hold a recognised final accuracy checking qualification and the HNC Pharmacy Services Development and Management qualification*, or equivalent.

• Applications are welcome from experienced pharmacy technicians who meet the essential criteria (without a HNC in Pharmacy Services and Management or equivalent qualification). Successful applicants in this position would be employed as a Band 5 until they achieve the HNC or equivalent qualification, at which point they would advance to a Band 6.
  
  

Qualities

• A personal and professional philosophy that puts patients at the centre of service activity
• Ability to manage and motivate team members
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to lead by example
• The ability to adapt to change and meet tight deadlines
• The ability to work accurately at pace
• Behaviour consistent with NHS Tayside’s values of: care and compassion; dignity, respect and responsibility; and, quality and teamwork.
  
  

If you’d like to learn more about the department and our team before applying, we’d be happy to arrange a visit. This is a great opportunity to see the environment first hand, meet some of our team, and get a sense of the exciting work we do.

Simply contact us to arrange a visit at a time that suits you. We look forward to showing you around and answering any questions you may have.

Informal enquiries can be made to: Michelle Tingley, Specialist Pharmacy Technician on 01382 660111, extension 36764/40559, or email [e-mail] or Moyra O’Shea, Pharmacy Operations Manager, on 01382 660111 ext 55435

Hours of work are 37 per week. Flexible working arrangements and part-time hours will be considered. The post may be offered as a secondment opportunity for 12 months

Internal candidates: *Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

The post holder will be required to contribute to extended hours, weekend and public holiday rotas as per service requirements.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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