Latest News Roundup: 26th July 2024

Latest NewsWeekly RoundUps2024Jul-24
Written By Graham LeTissier

Published: 26/07/24

Above is a roundup of the latest news affecting community pharmacy owners and their teams in Scotland.

On today's episode our Policy & PR Pharmacist Sarah Scott covers NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service Guidance & Flowchart and the Independent Prescribers Period of Learning in Practice and Designated Prescribing Practitioner Survey. Our Digital Communications Officer Robbie Collins speaks on our Communications Survey for 2024 and how your voice matters when shaping how we engage our network.

 
 
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We are currently seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead our pharmacy team in Gullane. The team consists of an excellent mix of qualified support staff, including qualified technicians. We operate a centralised robotic hub for compliance aids and provide ongoing head office support, resulting in minimal paperwork. This position is ideal for someone looking to work in a local community pharmacy delivering exceptional service and care.

Pharmacist Manager, Bannockburn
Pharmacist Manager, Bannockburn

Our Pharmacists are a key part of the day to day operations from providing support to your team day to day via strong leadership and support, whilst also ensuring the community receives great advice via pharmacy first consultations and accurate prescription dispensing.

Pharmacist Manager, Winchburgh
Pharmacist Manager, Winchburgh

Our Pharmacists are a key part of the day to day operations from providing support to your team day to day via strong leadership and support, whilst also ensuring the community receives great advice via pharmacy first consultations and accurate prescription dispensing.

Pharmacist Manager, MacKenzie
Pharmacist Manager, MacKenzie

Our Pharmacists are a key part of the day to day operations from providing support to your team day to day via strong leadership and support, whilst also ensuring the community receives great advice via pharmacy first consultations and accurate prescription dispensing.

PCA(P)(2024)22- Serious Shortage Protocol for Cefalexin 500mg Tabs
PCA(P)(2024)22- Serious Shortage Protocol for Cefalexin 500mg Tabs

To advise of a Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) in place for cefalexin 500mg tablets, from 6 August 2024 to 27 September 2024.

PCA(P)(2024)21- Serious Shortage Protocol for Ramipril 2.5mg Tabs
PCA(P)(2024)21- Serious Shortage Protocol for Ramipril 2.5mg Tabs

To advise of a Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) in place for ramipril 2.5mg tablets, from 6 August 2024 to 15 November 2024.

Weekly eNewsletter 8th August 2024
Weekly eNewsletter 8th August 2024

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Respiratory Section of the Approved List Section 2.2
Respiratory Section of the Approved List Section 2.2

There has been an update to the respiratory section of the NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service Approved List of Products. This means that there are no longer any products listed under cough. It was agreed to remove Simple linctus sugar free, all pack sizes.

Prescription Collection: Tuesday, 6th August 2024
Prescription Collection: Tuesday, 6th August 2024

Your next Parcelforce prescription collection is coming up on Tuesday, 6th August 2024.

Weekly eNewsletter 1st August 2024
Weekly eNewsletter 1st August 2024

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Adjusted Prices Review and Part 7 Additions & Deletions August 2024
Adjusted Prices Review and Part 7 Additions & Deletions August 2024

As a part of our work with the Scottish Government and Public Health Scotland, we regularly raise lines of concern and work to secure adjusted prices for these. We also work with them regularly to review lines which have now stabilised and remove these as appropriate.

NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List of Products
NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List of Products

There has been an update to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List.

Consultation on Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults 
Consultation on Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults 

The Scottish Parliament are looking for views on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill. This bill would introduce a lawful form of assisted dying for people aged 16 or over with a terminal illness.

Pharmacist or Pharmacist Manager, Aberdeen
Pharmacist or Pharmacist Manager, Aberdeen

We are looking for a reliable, dedicated Pharmacist Manager or Pharmacist seeking a new challenge. Ideally, we are seeking a Pharmacist aiming to become an independent prescriber or currently working towards this qualification to build upon the current Pharmacy First Plus service. Support will be provided to those looking to undertake the prescribing qualification. This role is also available to newly qualified Pharmacists looking to build a career and develop further.

Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network Newsletter
Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network Newsletter

The Scottish Pain Pharmacy Network (SPPN) have issued their latest newsletter which includes resources and information for community pharmacists on pain management. You can access the newsletter by clicking the button below.

Navigating Free COVID-19 Test Availability in Scotland 
Navigating Free COVID-19 Test Availability in Scotland 

In Scotland, free COVID-19 tests are strictly available to vulnerable patients who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from coronavirus. Pharmacy teams can inform patients of this guidance to help manage expectations. COVID-19 tests are available to those who are eligible and can be ordered online via NHS Inform.

Pharmacist Manager, Symington
Pharmacist Manager, Symington

This is a great opportunity to achieve perfect work-life balance while working in a small community pharmacy delivering exceptional service and care. If knowing all of your patients by first name is what gets you out of bed in the morning, and holding patients' hands through the ups and downs of family life and healthcare needs excites you, then our Symington Pharmacy could be the move you have been waiting for.

CEO’s Insights: The Negotiating Conundrum (BLOG)
CEO’s Insights: The Negotiating Conundrum (BLOG)

Read the latest blog from our CEO Matt Barclay who discusses the conundrum of negotiations.

Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey 2024
Community Pharmacy Workforce Survey 2024

In September 2024 Community Pharmacy Scotland together with NES Pharmacy will be co-ordinating a national community pharmacy workforce survey to gain a better understanding of team numbers and skill mix within community pharmacies in Scotland.

Weekly eNewsletter 25th July 2024
Weekly eNewsletter 25th July 2024

In this week’s eNewsletter we cover topics such as NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service Guidance & Flowchart and the Independent Prescribers Period of Learning in Practice and Designated Prescribing Practitioner Survey. We also highlight our Communications Survey for 2024 and how your voice matters when shaping how we engage our network.

Public Health Scotland – Poster Campaigns
Public Health Scotland – Poster Campaigns

The next community pharmacy public Health Scotland campaign will be a re-run of ‘Detecting Cancer Early’.

Latest News Roundup: 26th July 2024
Latest News Roundup: 26th July 2024

On today's episode… NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service Guidance & Flowchart, the Independent Prescribers Period of Learning in Practice and Designated Prescribing Practitioner Survey and the CPS Communications Survey for 2024.

NHS Pharmacy First Scotland (NHS PFS) Service Guidance and Flow Chart
NHS Pharmacy First Scotland (NHS PFS) Service Guidance and Flow Chart

guidance for the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland (NHS PFS) service, which is in response to previous questions and outcomes from live events held with the community pharmacy network. 

Pharmacist Manager with IP Qualification, Renfrewshire 
Pharmacist Manager with IP Qualification, Renfrewshire 

We have an opening for an easily managed pharmacy unit where we require a Travel Clinic and Common Conditions Clinic to be set up. If you really want to get your teeth into providing professional services and using your IP Qualification then this is for you.

PCA(P)(2024)12 -20: Serious Shortage Protocol for Quetiapine
PCA(P)(2024)12 -20: Serious Shortage Protocol for Quetiapine

The Scottish Government have released Circulars PCA(2024)12 through to 20 advising of Serious Shortage Protocols (SSPs) that are in place in relation to supply issues with Quetiapine 150mg, 200mg and 300mg tablets.

Weekly eNewsletter 18th July 2024
Weekly eNewsletter 18th July 2024

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Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers (IP) – We Need You!
Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers (IP) – We Need You!

Calling all community pharmacy independent prescribers – We Need You!

For Information: Early Prisoner Release Scheme
For Information: Early Prisoner Release Scheme

The Scottish Government have enacted an early release from prison scheme for low-risk offenders in a bid to ease overcrowding.

Pharmacy Manager, Edinburgh
Pharmacy Manager, Edinburgh

We are excited to announce an opening for a Manager at our Niddrie Mains Road Pharmacy.

Sore Throats: Before You Refer!
Sore Throats: Before You Refer!

Not every presenting sore throat is a throat infection and therefore, not every sore throat needs an antibiotic.

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