Pharmacy Support Worker - Pharmacy Distribution Centre (PDC) inGlasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED 4 AUG 2024
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An opportunity has arisen to work within the boards automated Pharmacy Distribution Centre.
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.NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
The shift pattern for this position is 10am to 6pm Monday to Thursday & 10am to 5.30pm Friday, 12 hour shifts 3shifts for 3 weeks & 4 shifts for 1 week
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
An opportunity has arisen to work within the boards automated Pharmacy Distribution Centre. Duties will include the issue and receipt of medicines using the latest robotic systems, over labelling of clinic packs and stock management. You will also ensure the effective and timely processing and purchasing of all requests for medicines from services to external suppliers and assist in the facilitation of Homecare services and Customer Services support.
No previous experience required although experience working in a Pharmacy or similar environment is desirable. Full training will be given to the successful candidate.
Minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent, including English are desirable.
You will participate in a shift pattern, whole week working and public holidays. Training will be given to the successful candidate.
Further information available from Stephen Glackin Technician Specialist Automation & Logistics
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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance
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.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
The shift pattern for this position is 10am to 6pm Monday to Thursday & 10am to 5.30pm Friday, 12 hour shifts 3shifts for 3 weeks & 4 shifts for 1 week
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
An opportunity has arisen to work within the boards automated Pharmacy Distribution Centre. Duties will include the issue and receipt of medicines using the latest robotic systems, over labelling of clinic packs and stock management. You will also ensure the effective and timely processing and purchasing of all requests for medicines from services to external suppliers and assist in the facilitation of Homecare services and Customer Services support.
No previous experience required although experience working in a Pharmacy or similar environment is desirable. Full training will be given to the successful candidate.
Minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent, including English are desirable.
You will participate in a shift pattern, whole week working and public holidays. Training will be given to the successful candidate.
Further information available from Stephen Glackin Technician Specialist Automation & Logistics
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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
The shift pattern for this position is 10am to 6pm Monday to Thursday & 10am to 5.30pm Friday, 12 hour shifts 3shifts for 3 weeks & 4 shifts for 1 week
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
An opportunity has arisen to work within the boards automated Pharmacy Distribution Centre. Duties will include the issue and receipt of medicines using the latest robotic systems, over labelling of clinic packs and stock management. You will also ensure the effective and timely processing and purchasing of all requests for medicines from services to external suppliers and assist in the facilitation of Homecare services and Customer Services support.
No previous experience required although experience working in a Pharmacy or similar environment is desirable. Full training will be given to the successful candidate.
Minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent, including English are desirable.
You will participate in a shift pattern, whole week working and public holidays. Training will be given to the successful candidate.
Further information available from Stephen Glackin Technician Specialist Automation & Logistics
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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance
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