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NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Prescribing Support Pharmacy Technician
Community Pharmacy Development and Substance Use
Band 5| 1 WTE | 37 hours
£33,247 - £41,424
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic team supporting the transformation of community pharmacy services. This is a unique post which will work across Community Pharmacy Development and Substance Use. This role offers opportunity to contribute to innovative public health initiatives, with a particular focus on digital projects, data analytics, and substance use services.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and evaluation of digital tools and platforms across community pharmacy settings.
- Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of pharmacy service data to inform service development and improvement.
- Contribute to substance use initiatives, including harm reduction, medication safety, training delivery and education.
- Collaborate with pharmacists, public health teams, and external partners to deliver impactful, evidence-based services.
- Help design and disseminate digital resources, training materials, and patient-facing communications and update internal and external community pharmacy webpages.
- Participate in audits, service reviews, and reporting activities to ensure service quality and compliance.
About You
- GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician with experience in community pharmacy or public health settings.
- HNC in Pharmacy Services Development and Management or ability to demonstrate equivalent skills and experience (should be evidenced within application). 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.
- Strong interest in digital innovation, data-driven service improvement, and health equity.
- Confident using digital tools and spreadsheets.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Passionate about improving outcomes for people affected by substance use.
This post will require PVG Scheme Membership.
NHS Lothian covers Edinburgh city, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian. We are the second largest health system in NHS Scotland and one of only four teaching Boards. We have strategic partnerships with local Universities, Local Authorities and our four Integration Joint Boards. We serve a population of 900,000, providing a range of primary, community based and acute hospital services. We also provide regional and national services across a range of clinical specialties.
The vision for the Pharmacy & Medicines service is to deliver clinically led, person-centred services to ensure patients across Lothian get the best from their medicines and pharmacy services. We are focussed on creating an environment where each person in the team has the opportunity to flourish, develop and make best use of their skills.
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.
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Informal enquiries are welcomed, and further information may be obtained from Wendy Carswell, Primary Care and Community Pharmacy Co-ordinator on 0131 537 6223 or by email at wendy.carswell@nhs.scot
*Please note that applications are welcomed from those wishing to be considered for job-share opportunities and those seeking part time employment. Public holiday working may be required.
**Please note: 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.