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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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 and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern is Monday-Friday, and participation in weekend working, public holiday working and extended hours services, if service is there (37.5 hours).
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our pharmacy team at Gartnavel General Hospital. The successful candidate will support the wide pharmacy team in providing the delivery of a safe and cost effective pharmacy service to our patients.
Previous pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential, as all training will be provided.
The role will involve the labelling and dispensing of medicines for both inpatients and outpatients including controlled drugs, as well as providing a medicine top-up service to wards and clinics. You will work in the main pharmacy and also at ward level where you will build professional relationships with ward staff.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a career in pharmacy services, and there is scope to develop your knowledge and skills with a view to progressing your career further.
Gartnavel General Hospital is part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s North Sector which also includes The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, Glasgow Royal Infirmary and the Vale of Leven Hospital. There may be requirement or opportunity to work at these sites on occasion.
This post is based at Gartnavel General Hospital working a 37.5 hour week. The successful candidate will be expected to take part in weekend working and public holiday cover.
Three Standard Grades (or equivalent) including Mathematics, and English as well as basic IT skills are essential.
For more information or an informal discussion please contact Chris Devlin, Pharmacy Team Lead on 0141 201 3242 or email Christopher.devlin@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.
Alternatively, contact Aileen Boyd or Russell Thomson, Senior Pharmacy Technicians, on 0141 211 3322 or email aileen.boyd@ggc.scot.nhs.uk or russell.thompson@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
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