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Pharmacy Support Worker – Higher Level
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Band 3 | Permanent | 2.0 WTE | 37 Hours
£28,011 – £30,230
(including evening, weekend and public holidays commitment)
Looking for a new opportunity? Following recent improvement work within our pharmacy services, we have identified the need for additional capacity in our Pharmacy Dispensary. We are now seeking to recruit two enthusiastic and reliable Pharmacy Support Workers (PSWs) to join our team.
About The Role
The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (RIE) is a large teaching hospital with an established reputation for offering the best practice across a wide variety of specialist services. Our team consists of pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacy technicians, and PSWs, all working together to ensure the safe provision of medicines across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Role
When you join NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy & Medicines Service, you’re joining a team that values professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s why this role could be perfect for you:
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we are one of four teaching Boards, fostering strong partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Job Description
For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. We know that a job advert can only tell you so much. To discuss this opportunity further and explore how it could fit your career goals, we warmly invite you to contact:
📧 Contact: Jennifer Whitson, Dispensary Manager or Hannah Barrack,
📩 Email: jennifer.whitson@nhs.scot or hannah.barrack@nhs.scot
📞 Phone: 0131 242 2914
Apply now and help us make a difference in delivering safe and effective medicines to our patients.
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Pharmacy Support Worker – Higher Level
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Band 3 | Permanent | 2.0 WTE | 37 Hours
£28,011 – £30,230
(including evening, weekend and public holidays commitment)
Looking for a new opportunity? Following recent improvement work within our pharmacy services, we have identified the need for additional capacity in our Pharmacy Dispensary. We are now seeking to recruit two enthusiastic and reliable Pharmacy Support Workers (PSWs) to join our team.
About The Role
The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (RIE) is a large teaching hospital with an established reputation for offering the best practice across a wide variety of specialist services. Our team consists of pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacy technicians, and PSWs, all working together to ensure the safe provision of medicines across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and dispensing of medicines under supervision of registered pharmacy staff at RIE and Paediatric Haematology/Oncology Clinic.
- Maintain accurate records and comply with legal and organisational standards.
- Support stock management, including ordering, receiving, and storing medicines.
- Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare professionals.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work accurately and follow procedures.
- Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
- Previous experience in healthcare or pharmacy is essential – full training provided.
Role
When you join NHS Lothian’s Pharmacy & Medicines Service, you’re joining a team that values professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s why this role could be perfect for you:
- Career Development: Gain advanced skills through structured training and expand your scope of practice.
- Supportive Environment: Work with a friendly, professional team that is committed to helping you succeed.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient supply of medicines, directly supporting high-quality patient care.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- National 4 (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics and a Science (Biology or Chemistry)
- Must be educated to SCQF Level 6 with relevant work experience in a healthcare or pharmacy environment.
- A diligent, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
- Prior experience within pharmacy services.
- The completion of an in-house competency-based Group Award accredited via Edinburgh College within 12 months of commencing the post will also be required as well as the completion of in-house training programmes to demonstrate competency.
NHS Lothian serves a population of 900,000 across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. As Scotland’s second-largest health system, we are one of four teaching Boards, fostering strong partnerships with universities and research institutions. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is dedicated to delivering clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Job Description
For further information on what is included in the role and the skills/experience we’re looking for, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. We know that a job advert can only tell you so much. To discuss this opportunity further and explore how it could fit your career goals, we warmly invite you to contact:
📧 Contact: Jennifer Whitson, Dispensary Manager or Hannah Barrack,
📩 Email: jennifer.whitson@nhs.scot or hannah.barrack@nhs.scot
📞 Phone: 0131 242 2914
Apply now and help us make a difference in delivering safe and effective medicines to our patients.
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Salary : $28,011 - $30,230