Pharmacy Porter

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.

The pharmacy service in Ninewells requires a flexible, dedicated porter to provide an essential service from the store and dispensary to our wards and patients.  At its busiest time of day, the pharmacy service needs to get medicines to patients both waiting to go home and also those awaiting medicines during in-patient stays, as quickly as possible.  We are looking for an active porter to add to our team.

Qualities and skills required

• A philosophy that puts patients at the centre of service activity
• Flexibility, stamina and ability to adapt to change
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

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.

Hours of work are: 37 hours per week, plus participation in weekend working and public holiday rotas.

Informal enquiries can be made to: Kerry Martin, Specialist Pharmacy Technician: Email kerry.martin2@nhs.scot or phone  / Ashley Malone, Pharmacy Technician: Email ashley.malone@nhs.scot or phone

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa. 

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.