Overview
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million, with a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
Pharmacy Technician – NHSGGC Pharmacy Services, North Sector
Primary Base: Gartnavel General Hospital. This is a full-time permanent role (37 hours per week, Band 4). The post is based at Gartnavel General Hospital but cross-sector working in any North Sector site may be required. The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive team and contribute to high-quality, patient-focused pharmaceutical care for inpatients. The role includes medication histories, patient education on high-risk medicines, and facilitating the admission and discharge process at ward level, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, GPs, Community Pharmacy and other Primary Care Team members. The post holder will contribute to the development of technical services and the extended roles of the Pharmacy Technician.
Responsibilities
* Work in the main pharmacy department and at ward level, liaising with the wider multidisciplinary team.
* Provide support to the dispensary and BWOSCC Satellite dispensing areas as an accuracy checker and in ward-based activities.
* Support the provision of pharmacy services to both inpatient and outpatient settings.
* Involve in the training and development of Pharmacy Support Workers, Pre-registration Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Technicians and Trainee Pharmacists.
* Take part in training and development to progress technical roles towards advanced practice.
* Demonstrate initiative and maintain professional judgment to benefit patients; lead and motivate a team where required.
* Display effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to organise and prioritise workload.
Qualifications and skills
* National Certificate (NC) in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent.
* Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
* Accredited Final Accuracy Checking qualification (all accredited final accuracy checking qualifications will be considered).
Working pattern and additional information
Work pattern: Monday – Friday, 8.45 am – 5.00 pm with participation in weekend and public holiday service as required.
Informal contact: Eliza Valentine, Pharmacy Team Lead - Eliza.valentine@ggc.scot.nhs.uk - 0141 211 3313.
Applications: This post may close early to volume of response; please submit your application form as soon as possible. NHSGGC is an equal opportunities employer and promotes a diverse workforce. The organisation is committed to flexible working options where service needs allow.
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