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Pharmacy Technician Higher Level - REAS
NHS Lothian Pharmacy & Medicines Service
Royal Edinburgh Hospital
Band 5 | 1.0 WTE | 37 Hours
24 Months |Fixed Term/Secondment
£33,247- £41,424
(with public holiday commitment, flexible working considered)
Are you an experienced pharmacy technician ready to take the next step in your career by joining a dynamic and pro-active clinical technical team?
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated pharmacy technician to join the pharmacy technical team based at Royal Edinburgh Hospital. The post holder will be working both with the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams in patient-facing roles across the out-patient setting, supporting the completion of medication histories, medicines management, checking prescriptions and providing specialist patient counselling.
About the Role
We are looking for a pharmacy technician (higher level) to join the Royal Edinburgh Hospital team, someone who is detail-oriented and passionate about improving patient outcomes through safe and effective medicines use. The post will be based within the Royal Edinburgh Hospital and involves working closely with both pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safe, timely, and effective use of medicines for patients with a mental health illness. Your responsibilities will include:
- Taking comprehensive medication histories upon patient admission
- Supporting medicines management
- 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?
This is an exciting time to join our Pharmacy team, where we are committed to service modernisation and value our staff experience. As part of our workforce plan, we are now recruiting talented and enthusiastic pharmacy technicians to join our diverse staff group. We are a growing service offering a variety of patient-centred roles across many specialist areas.
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
To excel in this role, you will need:
Essential Qualifications and Competencies
- 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. However, individuals who do not possess this qualification but can demonstrate equivalent professional experience may also be considered. In such instances, 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 on the completion and submission of this documentation
- A commitment to improving patient care through pro-active, evidence-based pharmaceutical services.
About NHS Lothian
NHS Lothian is the second-largest health system in Scotland, covering Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian. Our Pharmacy & Medicines Service is driven by a commitment to clinically led, person-centred care, ensuring every patient benefits from safe, effective, and efficient pharmaceutical services.
We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development, making NHS Lothian an exciting place to work and grow your career.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
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. However, we understand that there's only so much a job pack can convey. That’s why we encourage you to reach out for an informal conversation to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Contact:
Karen Drury - Clinical Pharmacy Technician 📧 Email: karen.drury@nhs.scot 📞 0131 537 6595 OR Karen Millar - Clinical Pharmacy Technician 📧 Email: karen.millar@nhs.scot 📞 0131 537 6595
