Pharmacy Technician - Warehouse / Vaccines

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician to join the warehouse/vaccine team. The role supports automated systems and ensures timely distribution of medicines across NHSGGC services in a fast-paced environment.

You will work a fixed pattern across shifts, with opportunities for training and professional development. GPhC registration and stock management experience are essential, with CPD commitment and IT proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Registration with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is essential.
• GPhC approved competency qualifications and CPD commitment required.
• Experience in pharmacy stock management and IT literacy essential.

Responsibilities

• Supply medicines to wards, theatres, departments, and community locations.
• Lead stock control and investigate discrepancies.
• Manage warehouse activities and staff training.
• Receive goods and update the stock management system.
• Ensure GDP, FMD compliance and safe storage of medicines.

Skills

GPhC registration

Stock management experience

IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Team player

Attention to detail

Good communication

Education

GPhC approved competency qualifications (S/NVQ Pharmacy Level 3)

PDA in Pharmacy Services (SCQF Level 7)

SVQ in Pharmacy Services (SCQF Level 8)

Tools

Pharmacy Stock Management system

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Pharmacy Services

Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC)

Pharmacy Technician

Band 4 – Warehouse / Vaccines

36 hours Permanent

2 Posts

THIS ROLE IS INELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP

ONLY IN PERSON INTERVIEWS WILL BE AVAILABLE DUE TO BASIC NUMERACY AND ACCURACY TEST THAT WILL BE CARRIED OUT AT INTERVIEW

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and driven Pharmacy Technician to join our friendly Warehouse / Vaccine Team at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (NHSGGC) Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and automated environment at the heart of NHSGGC Pharmacy Services that supports the needs of patients across NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Argyll & Bute (A&B).

The PDC is a modern, high-volume, and state-of-the-art facility responsible for the procurement and distribution of all medicines and vaccines across hospitals, clinics, and community pharmacies in the region including A&B in NHS Highland.

We have three key operational areas at the PDC:

• Unit F Warehouse
• Unit F Office Team, which includes the Purchasing and Homecare teams
• Unit C Vaccine Holding Centre

Within the warehouse, 10 automated robots support the accurate and efficient distribution of medicines, ensuring timely delivery to meet clinical need across all service areas.

As one of the largest automated hospital pharmacy projects in the UK, we use cutting-edge robotic systems to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in our service delivery.

Your role will be to ensure the seamless and compliant supply of pharmaceutical products from our network of suppliers in line with NHSGGC Policies and Standard financial Instructions (SFI). You will work Monday to Friday with varied shift patterns depending on area of work - 7am to 3pm, 8am to 4pm, 9am to 5pm and 10am to 6pm including whole week working and participate in weekend working and public holiday working.

What you will be doing:

• Work collaboratively within a team under supervision, adhering to departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) and NHSGGC policies.
• Supply medicines to wards, theatres, departments, community areas, GP surgeries, Prisons, Police Custody, Highland and Island locations, and patient homes via Homecare service and via automated cabinets.
• Utilise computer systems and equipment necessary for service delivery, following a comprehensive training programme and validated induction process.
• Respond promptly to requests for medicines and support technical tasks, ensuring timely provision to wards and departments.
• Lead and participate in stock control, including robust investigation of discrepancies.
• Day to day management of warehouse activities, staff training and stock management including stock investigation and supporting all areas is a key part of this role.
• Receive goods into the department, update the stock management system, and comply with SOPs,
• An exemplary knowledge and appreciation for local policies and procedures as well as legislation in relation to Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Falsified Medicine Directive (FMD) in line with the PDC Wholesale Dealer’s License (WDA(H)) is a key requirement for this post.
• Participate in the control of departmental stock, including ambient, controlled drugs, high-cost items, fridge lines, ULMs, and vaccines, ensuring documentation is completed and stored correctly.
• Contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service, maintaining the integrity of medicinal products throughout storage and transportation within the legal supply chain.

What you will bring:

• Registration with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is essential.
• Completed current GPhC approved competency and knowledge based qualifications e.g. S/NVQ Pharmacy Level 3 and NC Pharmaceutical Sciences, Professional Development Award (PDA) in Pharmacy Services at SCQF Level 7 and Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Pharmacy Services at SCQF Level 8 and a qualifying period of work experience.
• A commitment to participate in ongoing relevant training and Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Significant experience in pharmacy especially within Pharmacy Stock Management system.
• Excellent communication, analytical and IT skills (Word, Excel and Outlook

• Experience of training staff.
• Experience of supervising staff.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to upholding quality and safety standards
• Team players who are able to work under supervision and follow established procedures.
• Motivated candidates eager to learn new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a demanding environment and contribute directly to patient care and safety across the region.

• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comprehensive training and professional development will be provided to the successful candidate.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or an informal discussion on how you can play a vital role in delivering patient care throughout NHSGGC, please contact Stephen Glackin Pharmacy Technician Specialist Automation & Logistics on 0141 347 8898.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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