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In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. The post holder is required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
We require an enthusiastic, self-motivated and innovative General Practice Pharmacy Technician to develop and support the delivery of the Scottish Government funded Pharmacotherapy Service within GP Practices in NHS Ayrshire & Arran. The role promotes development of local initiatives to increase clinical capacity within the local prescribing and pharmacy workforce whilst improving medicines management in NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
You will use and develop your expertise working with a cohort of patients as part of a multidisciplinary practice team in conjunction with the Primary Care General Practice Clinical Pharmacists. Working alongside the pharmacist’s and technical team you will work as part of a clinical pharmacy general practice team. As part of developing the role of the pharmacy technician, the role also involves supporting the work of the MUU Team developments in prescribing software, databases, electronic formularies, supporting technician reviews, specials monitoring etc.
You will have good understanding of medicines (either through qualification or demonstrable experience), IT skills and communication skills, to work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team. The post requires some clinical knowledge, good communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to work with patients and other healthcare professionals.
You will be a qualified pharmacy technician with SQA National Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences and SVQ level 3 – Pharmacy Services, or have an equivalent qualification. You should hold membership of the General Pharmaceutical Council if you are a registered pharmacy technician. Additionally you should demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Professional Development.
Applications for a Band 4 post will considered for newly qualified pharmacy technicians.
The post is based in GP practices in North Ayrshire . Occasionally however, you may be required to work in other areas within NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
In future, in accordance with Agenda for Change terms and conditions, you may be required to work over 7 days and/or an extended working day.
The post requires full PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland. A car driver is essential for this post.
Informal contact: Sarah Wright, Principal Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacotherapy on 01294 323347 or Sarah.wright@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.