Pharmacy Support Worker (Ref: 208520)
Fixed term for 1 year
Part time 25-30 hours per week
Band 2 - Salary Range £24,647 - £26,763 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata)
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our fabulous pharmacy team, as a pharmacy support worker (PSW). The post holder will work alongside Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists to ensure that medicines are provided safely and efficiently within the hospital, vaccination centre and other NHS sites.
The PSW fulfils a vital role within the dispensary receiving and distributing medications, stock management, dispensing of medicines, vaccine service, top up service to wards and departments within the hospital. Other general duties include date checking, cleaning and administrative work including filing.
This post requires a minimum of 3 standard grades or equivalent in English, Mathematics and at least one other subject. Previous experience is not necessary as training will be provided. This role requires the post holder to work towards a vocational training programme: SVQ in Pharmacy Services (SCQF Level 6). Time during work will be provided for this training.
We require someone 5 days per week to cover over the middle of the day, which may suit someone looking for work during school hours.
This contract is for a fixed-term for one year. The reason for the fixed-term contract is maternity cover. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/.
For an informal discussion, please contact Wendy Mudie or Cara Fraser on 01595 743032.
Closing date: 27th April 2025
Interview date: 5th May 2025
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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