Rotational Pharmacy Technician – Frailty Unit

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Pharmacy Department,

Rotational Pharmacy Technician

Band 4 – £ £33016 per annum pro rata

0.86WTE post (31.82hours)

Are you a qualified Pharmacy Technician looking to broaden your experience in a dynamic hospital environment? NHS Borders is seeking a motivated and adaptable individual to join our team as a Rotational Pharmacy Technician, offering a unique opportunity to develop your skills across a variety of clinical and technical areas.

About the Role

This rotational post provides experience across key areas of hospital pharmacy practice, including:

• Dispensary Services: Supporting safe and efficient supply of medicines, patient counselling, and stock management.
• Aseptic Services: Assisting in the preparation of sterile products including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition in a cleanroom environment.
• Clinical Rotations:
• Medical wards
• Surgical wards
• Frailty services
• Medicine of the Elderly
  
  You'll work closely with pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team to support medicines optimisation and patient care.

Skills & Experience Required

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Is confident using IT systems and managing data
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Is committed to continuous professional development

Previous hospital experience is desirable but not essential – full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to NHS pension scheme and staff benefits
• A chance to make a real difference to patient care in the Borders region

Who to contact:

For further information please contact Gemma Nichol Clinical Lead Practice Pharmacy Technician or David Stanger, Operational Lead Pharmacy Technician on or by email on or

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