Rotational Pharmacy Technician

Overview

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

Pharmacy Technician – NHSGGC Pharmacy Services, North Sector

Primary Base:
Gartnavel General Hospital. This is a full-time permanent role (37 hours per week, Band
4). The post is based at Gartnavel General Hospital but cross-sector working in any North Sector site may be required. The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team and contribute to high-quality, patient-focused pharmaceutical care for inpatients. The role includes medication histories, patient education on high-risk medicines, and facilitating the admission and discharge process at ward level, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, GPs, Community Pharmacy and other Primary Care Team members.

The post holder will contribute to the development of technical services and the extended roles of the Pharmacy Technician.

• Work in the main pharmacy department and at ward level, liaising with the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Provide support to the dispensary and BWOSCC Satellite dispensing areas as an accuracy checker and in ward-based activities.
• Support the provision of pharmacy services to both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Involve in the training and development of Pharmacy Support Workers, Pre-registration Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.
• Take part in training and development to progress technical roles towards advanced practice.
• Demonstrate initiative and maintain professional judgment to benefit patients; lead and motivate a team where required.
• Display effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to organise and prioritise workload.

• National Certificate (NC) in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Accredited Final Accuracy Checking qualification (all accredited final accuracy checking qualifications will be considered).

Work pattern:
Monday – Friday, 8.45 am – 5.00 pm with participation in weekend and public holiday service as required.

Informal contact:
Eliza Valentine, Pharmacy Team Lead - Eli - .

Applications:
This post may close early to volume of response; please submit your application form as soon as possible. NHSGGC is an equal opportunities employer and promotes a diverse workforce. The organisation is committed to flexible working options where service needs allow.