Trainee Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker

Job title:

Trainee Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker

Company

NHS Scotland

Job description

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.PHARMACY DEPARTMENT, PERTH ROYAL INFIRMARYTRAINEE ROTATIONAL Pharmacy SUPPORT WORKER -BAND 2 or 3*PERMANENTAre you interested in an opportunity to train while working towards a career in pharmacy?An exciting opportunity has arisen within our team. Applications are invited from individuals with an interest in healthcare to join the pharmacy team in Perth Royal Infirmary as a Trainee Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker. Hospital or pharmacy experience is not essential as full training will be provided.The role includes dispensing, picking and issuing medicines, checking stock and ward medicines management processes including supporting a ward top up service and the assessment, processing and appropriate reuse of medicines returns, however, processing and appropriate reuse of medicines returns will be a key component of this role.*On successful completion of the training framework the candidate will transfer to a Rotational Pharmacy Support Worker post (Band 3).Qualities and skills required

  • Commitment to achievement of the training
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Flexible and able to adjust to the needs of the service on a daily basis
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use a keyboard, computer and other electronic devices / equipment effectively

Training framework includes

  • NHS Scotland Healthcare Support Worker induction standards
  • GPhC approved pharmacy support worker course (eLearning)
  • Local PSW competency training and assessment
  • Read, understand and follow standard operating procedures

The training framework is expected to take 15 months to complete although this will vary depending on individual candidate progress rates.You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Hours of work are 22.2 hours per week (over 7 days). Participation in extended hours, public holidays and weekend working rotas is required.Informal enquiries to: Elaine Smart at or ext 13579Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
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Expected salary

Location

Perth & Kinross

Job date

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 01:40:45 GMT

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