233888 Pharmacy Technician

233888 Pharmacy Technician - Higher Level (LF) Join to apply for the 233888 Pharmacy Technician - Higher Level (LF) role at NHS Lothian. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Position Details Higher Level (Band 5) – Permanent – Band 5 | 1.0 wte | 37 hours per week Location: NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service, Ellen’s Glen Hospital Salary: £33,247 – £41,424 (pro‑rate), including weekend and public holiday commitment. About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated pharmacy technician to join the pharmacy technical team at Ellen’s Glen Hospital. The post holder will work both with the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams in patient‑facing roles across the inpatient setting, supporting the completion of medication histories, medicines management, checking discharge prescriptions and providing specialist patient counselling. Responsibilities Taking comprehensive medication histories upon patient admission. Supporting medicines management throughout the inpatient stay. Final accuracy checks and release of inpatient, outpatient and discharge prescriptions. Providing specialist counselling to patients to promote understanding and adherence to their medication regimens. Working independently at times and liaising with wider pharmacy team to ensure patient care. Why Join Us? When you join the Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership team, you’re joining a team that values professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s why this role could be perfect for you: Career progression: 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. About You Essential Qualifications and Experience: Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. National Certificate in Pharmacy Services or equivalent. Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 3 in Pharmacy Services. HN Unit: Procedures for Pharmacy Dispensary Checking Technicians or Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Award (provided by Buttercups or NPA, 2019 or before). HNC in Pharmacy Services Development and Management or equivalent experience. If you do not possess this qualification, you may still be considered if you can demonstrate equivalent professional experience; a Mapping Assessment Form must be completed and submitted as part of the application process. Applicants are advised to contact us in advance for further guidance. A commitment to improving patient care through proactive, evidence‑based pharmaceutical services. About NHS Lothian At NHS Lothian, we are committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. Serving a population of 900,000, we are the second‑largest health system in Scotland and home to one of its four teaching boards. Join a dynamic organisation that values innovation, research, and excellence in healthcare delivery. The vision for the Pharmacy & Medicines service is to deliver clinically led, person‑centred services to ensure patients across Lothian get the best from their medicines and pharmacy services. We are focused on creating an environment where each person in the team has the opportunity to flourish, develop and make best use of their skills. Next Steps 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. If you’d like to learn more about this role, the team you’ll be joining, or the opportunities available, we encourage you to get in touch with the hiring manager. This is a great chance to have an informal discussion, ask questions, and explore how this role aligns with your career goals. Flexible working can be considered where it can be accommodated. Contact Phillip Leung, Specialist Pharmacist, Ellen’s Glen Hospital James Marshall, Pharmacy Technician, East Lothian Community Hospital Important Notes Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please 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. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post. Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a “regulated role”, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: . #J-18808-Ljbffr