NHS Lothian
252522 (AP) Prescribing Support Pharmacy Technician
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252522 (AP) Prescribing Support Pharmacy Technician
Prescribing Support Pharmacy Technician – Primary Care
Grade: Band 5 Hours: 36 hrs (1 WTE) Location: East Lothian HSCP Posts available: 3.2 WTE Salary scale: £34,544 – £43,039 Pro rata
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has opened within East Lothian for experienced pharmacy technicians looking to work in primary care. Located in a scenic countryside and coastal area, this setting offers an ideal environment for building or advancing your career as a Prescribing Support Pharmacy Technician.
This role focuses on supporting GP-led clinical activities, including the Pharmacotherapy elements of the new GP contract. You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering a mix of:
- Prescribing support for GPs, including processing hospital letters
- Cost-effective prescribing projects
- Direct patient care activities
The team fosters a supportive, interconnected environment with experience across hospitals, community pharmacy, and retail, ensuring continuous professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with pharmacists and prescribing support teams to deliver effective pharmaceutical services.
- Support GP prescribing decisions through structured medication review processes.
- Manage pharmacotherapy services as part of the new GP contract, ensuring alignment with cost-effective and clinically sound prescribing.
- Draft and review prescription updates, including management of hospital letters, discharges, and readmissions.
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Essential Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Hold a National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent.
- Completion of one of the following packages (preferred prior to 2019):
- HN Unit: Procedures for Pharmacy Dispensary Checking Technicians.
- Accordion Checking Pharmacy Technician Award (e.g., from Buttercups or NPA).
- Meet at least one of the following:
- Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Pharmacy Services Development and Management.
- Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 in Pharmacy Services.
- Alternative qualification/substitution must be justified through a Mapping Assessment Form + Portfolio of Evidence (for applicants without an HNC).
- Essential soft skills:
- Proactive mindset and commitment to evidence-based patient care.
- Willingness to assist in operational improvements within primary care pharmacy services.
- Part-time and full-time applications are welcome.
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Further Information
- Work obtained status: Applicants must demonstrate lawful right to work in the UK (as per UK immigration rules).
- This role requires:
- Legal PVG Scheme membership (which may require an application to Disclosure Scotland).
- Possible enhanced criminal records checks from 1 April 2025, depending on assessment.
- Equality & Accessibility: NHS Scotland actively supports disabled candidates, long-term conditions, and neurodivergent applicants through reasonable adjustments.
- Application tips: Showcase genuine experience—applications relying on AI-generated content may be withdrawn.
How to Apply
Given anticipated high interest, please submit your application early to avoid late closure.
For informal enquiries: Mhairi Innes | Lead Pharmacy Technician East Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership
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