Annex 21 Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician inNorth Ayrshire inNorth Ayrshire PUBLISHED 1 MAY 2024

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Who We Are


NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

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. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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As this is an Annex 21 training post, successful candidates will receive National Living Wage for the duration of their education (70% of top of band 4 salary in year one and 75% in year 2).


Position


An opportunity has arisen for a
Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician
based between University Hospitals Ayr & Crosshouse, Woodland View and GP practice within
North Ayrshire
depending of rotation,
fixed-term for 2 years
.


Hours



37 Hours per week


In accordance with AFC terms and conditions you may be required to work over 7 days and or an extended working day.


What You Will Do


This is a rotational 2 year fixed term cross sector post which offers experience in all aspects of Primary Care Pharmacy Team work within GP Practices and care homes including: medicines reconciliation, non-clinical medication reviews, medication management advice & reviews within care homes and hospital pharmacy including: automated dispensing services, distribution, ward services, preparation of cytotoxics, adult and neonatal TPN and CIVAS.

You will assist the Pharmacy Technician Team Manager in the provision of an effective pharmaceutical service to patients and staff in NHS Ayrshire & Arran by performing those tasks within the service that require a high degree of technical expertise.

You will be supported in attaining your SVQ in Pharmacy Service at level 8 and a PDA in Pharmacy Services at level 7. You will also complete a comprehensive in-house training package all of which are required in order to register with the General Pharmaceutical Council.


For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description



Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job


Previous pharmacy experience would be an advantage but full training will be provided.


Applicants Should Possess The Following

• Four National 5 Grades at level A or B or equivalent including English, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry
• Numeracy skills
• Good IT skills
• Good patient care skills
• Communication skills (oral and written)
  
  

Car Licence/Car Ownership Is Essential To This Role.



For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification


If you want to find out more about the role, please contact
Sarah Wright
on
or
&
Lauren Smith on

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