Pharmacy Technician - Higher Level Hospital Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (HEPMA)
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Services
Royal Edinburgh Hospital
(Including on call, evening, weekend, and public holiday rota commitments. Part-time and flexible work requests will be considered.)
Are you a registered pharmacy technician interested in digital innovations? Are you eager to leverage technology to improve patient care?
If so, this could be the role for you.
NHS Lothian Pharmacy Services is recruiting an enthusiastic and highly motivated registered pharmacy technician to join our HEPMA team.
About The Role
This role supports the safe and effective operation of the CMM HEPMA system within NHS Lothian and The State Hospital, utilizing a range of skills and knowledge. The post holder will provide first-line advice and support to staff using HEPMA, addressing user errors and technical issues. The role also involves supporting training needs across the service.
As part of a supportive team including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, analysts, and nurses, you will play an essential role in maintaining the HEPMA system to ensure safe and effective prescribing and medicines administration. The post may also involve assisting with benefits realisation projects. The base will be at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital with opportunities for hybrid working and sessional skill maintenance.
Why Join Us?
We focus on creating an environment where each team member can flourish, develop, and utilize their skills to the fullest.
About NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
NHS Lothian is the second-largest health system in NHS Scotland and one of four teaching Boards. We serve a population of 900,000, providing primary, community, and acute hospital services, as well as regional and national specialties.
The vision for our Pharmacy & Medicines service is to deliver clinically led, person-centred services, ensuring patients receive optimal medication management. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment for our staff's growth and development.
For more details on the role, skills, and experience required, please see the job description and person specification. We also encourage you to contact the hiring manager for an informal discussion about the role and how it aligns with your career goals.
Nikki Gilluley - Advanced Pharmacist HEPMA
Email: [Contact Email]
Telephone: 07929819181
Note: Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, the level of criminal records check may change. If the role is classified as a 'regulated role,' appointment will be subject to PVG Scheme membership. Further details will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
Please note that we anticipate high interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. We recommend early application submission.
NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity, welcoming applications from all sections of society and supporting disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence through reasonable adjustments.
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