Royal Edinburgh Hospital

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Are you looking to gain experience working in Mental Health?

If so this could be the opportunity you have been looking for! We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our friendly team in the busy pharmacy dispensary department at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. The Royal Edinburgh Hospital provides acute psychiatric and mental health services, which also includes the treatment of individuals with learning disabilities, dementia and also the management of young peoples mental health.

You will have excellent communication skills and have a willingness to embrace new ways of working.

You will possess an NC in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent, SVQ level 3 or equivalent, and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. A HNC in Pharmacy Services and a Pharmacy Dispensary Checking Technician (PDCT) qualification is required.

You will be required to participate in the public holiday service working rota at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.

For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Lynn McGonagle, Pharmacy Technician on 0131 537 6782

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