Primary Care Pharmacy Support Worker – North Ayrshire (Modern Apprenticeship Opportunity)

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Full time
Location: Edinburgh
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. 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 -

NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a

Primary Care Pharmacy Support Worker

based across

North Ayrshire . What you will do: Modern Apprenticeship Opportunity An exciting opportunity to join the GP Pharmacy Service as a Primary Care Pharmacy Support Worker. The role is vital to support NHS Ayrshire & Arran in North Ayrshire deliver the Pharmacotherapy Services; ensuring safe effective use of medicines. You will work with practice pharmacists, pharmacy technicians by undertaking routine tasks. Some of these tasks may require a moderate degree of technical expertise. You will also be required to discuss use of medicines over the phone with patients. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: Good standard of general education with qualifications in three subjects including English and Maths. Experience of dealing with the public. Experience of working in an administrative role. Experience of working in the NHS or a healthcare environment. Experience of using Microsoft Office Programmes (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint), e-mail, ability to use and search internet. Good numeracy skills. Good interpersonal skills. Good concentration and prioritisation skills i.e. ability to get tasks complete on time. Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times. Flexibility and adaptability in an ever-changing environment. You must be willing to undertake attaining SCQF level 6 in Pharmacy Services including SVQ assessments. Hours: 37 hours per week. Driving Licence/Car Ownership: This role requires a full driving licence and access to a car and is essential to this role. If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Lauren Smith on 07557083041 or alternatively at Lauren.smith2 @aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT

upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:

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