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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.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level - Distribution based at University Hospital Crosshouse .
What you will do:
We are looking for an experienced Pharmacy Support Worker to join our team at NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Working within the Distribution team you will have excellent communication skills and experience of the training and development of Pharmacy Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Pharmacy Technician Higher Level within Distribution providing a wide range of pharmacy services to patients of NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Previous NHS Ayrshire and Arran and Pharmacy experience is essential, as well as an understanding of Pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures.
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:
1. A or B pass at National 5 or equivalent in English, Maths, Chemistry and Biology
2. SVQ in Pharmacy Services at SCQF level 6 or equivalent or transferrable (consideration will be given to current staff undertaking this qualification)
3. Good communication skills (oral and written)
4. Good customer care skills
5. Moderate arithmetic skill
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 hours per week.
This post carries a contractual commitment to work on a shift system covering 8am till 8pm (which includes a commitment to cover 7 days including weekend and evening). Post-holder will also be required to participate in our Public holiday and late night rotas.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Kirsty O'Hara, Chief Pharmacy Technician, on 01563 826066, ext 26066.