NHS Scotland
Pharmacy Support Worker - North Sector
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The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the friendly pharmacy team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary (GRI). Working as part of a large acute teaching hospital pharmacy service, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safe and effective supply of medicines to patients across a wide range of specialist services. Glasgow Royal Infirmary (GRI) is a large acute teaching hospital and home to major specialist services such as National Burns & Plastics Centre, Cardiology, Gynaecology, Critical Care and Princess Royal Maternity Hospital. It has a capacity of around 1000 beds spread over a large campus situated on the outskirts of Glasgow City Centre. GRI sits under the North Sector Pharmacy Management Team; other sites include Stobhill ACH, Gartnavel General Hospital, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and the Vale of Leven Hospital.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Permanent - Role may also have requirement to work on other sites within the North Sector
- Location: Glasgow Royal Infirmary
- Hours: 36 Hours per week (08.50 - 17.00 or 09.50 - 18.00)
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for labelling and dispensing medicines that have been clinically screened by a pharmacist for both inpatient and outpatient use.
- Dispensing controlled drugs prescriptions.
- Maintaining accurate medicine balances.
- Processing ward requisitions through the pharmacy stock control system.
- Supporting stock management activities including stock checks, stock rotation and expiry date monitoring.
- Coordinating ward stock top-up services.
- Assisting nursing staff with medicines housekeeping.
- Advising on appropriate medicine stock levels.
- Helping reduce waste by identifying and managing slow-moving or excess stock.
- Organising and prioritising daily tasks to meet the demands of the service.
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Knowledge, Training, Qualifications, and/or Experience Required
- General education with 3 Standard Grades (or equivalent), including English and Maths.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to follow set procedures and work accurately.
- Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
- Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload using initiative.
Desirable
- Experience of training and supervising staff.
- Experience of stock management systems.
- Experience working within healthcare or a similar environment.
- SVQ/NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy qualification.
- Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy policies, standard operating procedures and legislation relating to dispensing and supplying medicines.
Training and Development
- Successful candidates will undertake the SVQ in Pharmacy Services Group Award (SCQF Level 6) in line with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) requirements.
- Comprehensive on-the-job training programme lasting approximately 18 months to achieve full competence as a Pharmacy Support Worker.
What We Offer
- 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.
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If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
- Amanda Hepburn, Pharmacy Team Lead, 0141 201 3242, Amanda.Hepburn@nhs.scot
- Chris Devlin, Pharmacy Team Lead, 0141 201 3242, Chris.Devlin@nhs.scot
Details on How to Contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process
This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of 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.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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