Pharmacy Support Worker - Perthshire, United Kingdom - NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland

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Perthshire, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Assistant who is keen to develop new skills and broaden their experience to join our developing pharmacy team within Justice Healthcare and GP Out of Hours Service.

The post holder will be based in the Health Centre at HMP Perth however there will be a commitment to HMP Castle Huntly, HMP Bella Unit and GP Out of Hours Service.

The role of the Pharmacy Support Worker is to assist with the accurate and timely processing and supply of medicines within the services, participate in the control and distribution of medicines and the ordering and invoicing of medicines.

The post holder will ensure quality of service and efficient management of all prescribed, non prescribed and sundry supplies.

You will be expected to have an NVQ in Pharmacy Services level 2 or equivalent accredited qualification to meet the regulation requirement of the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Qualities

A personal and professional philosophy that puts patients at the centre of service activity
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to establish and maintain relationships in a multidisciplinary team
Be able to work on a shift basis as part of the multidisciplinary team
The ability to adapt to change and meet tight deadlines

**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.

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Hours of work are: 37.5 hours