Pharmacy Support Worker

Equality and Diversity Statement

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 3 Pharmacy Support Workers within our Pharmacy Department based at University Hospital Crosshouse. These posts are offered on a permanent basis and involve rotating across Dispensary, Distribution, Aseptic and the Combined Assessment Unit.

Full time 36 hours.

Schedule:

08:30 to 16:30 on three days and 08:30 to 16:00 on two days. You will participate in weekend, departmental and public holiday rotas. The pharmacy service is provided from 8am to 8pm in the CAU and the successful candidate will participate in this extended hours rota. In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day.

A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.

This is a rotational post where you will gain experience rotating across Dispensary, Distribution, Aseptic and the Combined Assessment Unit.

• Essential qualifications: an A or B pass at National 5 or equivalent in English, Maths, Chemistry and Biology.
• SVQ in Pharmacy Services at SCQF level 6 or equivalent or transferable (expectation to achieve this qualification within 1 year from commencement).
• Previous pharmacy experience is an advantage; full hospital pharmacy training will be provided.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Good customer care skills.
• Moderate arithmetic skills.

Note that this post is only open to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran and/or NHS Scotland.

Applicants must demonstrate the appropriate right to work in the UK. The role may be eligible for visa sponsorship if the post meets salary and other criteria. Sponsorship is assessed on a case basis and not guaranteed.