Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership
Primary Care Pharmacy Technician
Band 4
Hours: 37 hours available (full time)
18 month Fixed Term or Secondment Position
We have an exciting, fixed term opportunity for an enthusiastic, GPhC registered pharmacy technician to undertake a dual role working within Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership (ACHSCP).
The post-holder will work alongside pharmacy colleagues to support delivery of the pharmacotherapy service outlined in the 2018 GMS Contract for Scotland on 3 days a week. This will include activities such as medication compliance reviews, dealing with pharmaceutical queries (e.g. shortages), medicine reconciliation and medication management advice for patients and carers.
The other 2 days will see the post holder supporting prescribing efficiencies work in the City to ensure the best use of public funds in prescribing of medicines.
You may have a primary care, community or hospital pharmacy background, but you must be registered with the GPhC. Good communication, interpersonal and time management skills are essential. Full driving licence and use of a car is essential.
Full time hours are currently 37 hours per week (reducing to 36 hours per week from 1st April 2026).
For any queries about this post, we would encourage any prospective applicants to make informal enquiries to one of the Lead Pharmacists:
Lynne Irvine Liz Robertson
Tel: 07772 580835 07772 601567
Email lynne.irvine@nhs.scot liz.robertson@nhs.scot
Interviews will be held in person on: Thursday 5th March 2026
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
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Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.
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