Bank - Pharmacy technician - band 5

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.

PHARMACY DISTRIBUTION & DISPENSING SERVICE SENIOR PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – NINEWELLS DISPENSARY BAND 5

SALARY SCALE : £34,544 - £43,039 per annum pro rata

You will work in the Pharmacy Distribution and Dispensing Centre (PDDC) as part of the dispensary technical team. The key purpose of the role is to support the dispensing and accuracy checking of medicines, while assisting the Senior Pharmacy Technicians in the supervision and training of staff. The post holder will help prioritise and coordinate the daily workload, manage pharmacy stock, and ensure the continuous availability of medicines for NHS Tayside patients.

The role also contributes to the delivery of a safe, efficient, and effective dispensary service, ensuring performance is maintained in line with agreed key performance indicators (KPIs).

To be considered for this post you must be, registered as a pharmacy technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) with a recognised accuracy checking qualification.

QUALITIES

• A personal and professional philosophy that puts patients at the centre of service activity
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to supervise and work effectively with a large group of staff
• The ability to adapt to change and meet tight deadlines
• Competent in the use of IT

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, Lead Pharmacy Technician on  extension 36764, or email michelle.tingley2t

NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Staff bank can not support sponsorship

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email.

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