Pharmacy Technician – Higher Level
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Pharmacologistics Team (Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh)
Band 5 | Permanent | 1 WTE | 37 Hours | £31,892-£39,735
Weekend and public holidays commitment – flexible working requests considered.
The NHS Lothian Pharmacologistics Service is responsible for the overlabelling of medicines. We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician Higher Level. A PDCT is essential for this post.
This post offers an excellent personal development opportunity.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our well-established pharmacy team. Our team consists of pharmacy technicians and PSWs, all working together to ensure the safe provision of medicines across the site.
This role will have opportunities to work within a variety of different technical areas. Your role will include assisting in the preparation and distribution of medicines and stock management. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to help you develop the necessary skills.
Benefits
* Career Development: Gain advanced skills through structured training and expand your scope of practice.
* Supportive Environment: Work with a friendly, professional team that is committed to helping you succeed.
* Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient supply of medicines, directly supporting high‑quality patient care.
Qualifications & Experience
* Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
* National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
* Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 3 in Pharmacy Services
* HN Unit: Procedures for Pharmacy Dispensary Checking Technicians or Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Award (provided by Buttercups or NPA, 2019 or before)
* Candidates are expected to hold a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Pharmacy Services Development and Management. However, individuals who do not possess this qualification but can demonstrate equivalent professional experience may also be considered. In such instances, a Mapping Assessment Form must be completed and submitted as part of the application process. Applicants are advised to contact us in advance for further guidance on the completion and submission of this documentation.
About NHS Lothian
NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second‑largest health system, we are one of four teaching Boards, fostering strong partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering clinically led, person‑centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Contact
For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. To discuss this opportunity further and explore how it could fit your career goals, we warmly invite you to contact:
📧 Contact: Laura Brown, Medicines Overlabelling Pharmacy Technician Team Leader
📩 Email: laura.brown@nhs.scot
📞 Phone: 0131 537 1461
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.
We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
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.
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case.
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