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Pharmacy Services Data Analyst

NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Glasgow
3 days ago
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Data Analyst to join the Central Prescribing Team to take forward new initiatives and developments in prescribing analysis. Prescribing data analysis is a key tool to monitor prescribing patterns and support both clinicians and managers to achieve the best outcomes from the available resources.

This post will require excellent communication and data analysis skills, working within a specialist Data Analyst Team and be part of a wider multidisciplinary team. The postholder will be expected to support Pharmacy Services in meeting targets and delivering prescribing analysis reports to a range of stakeholders.

Key to the role is exceptional problem-solving, data analysis skills, and the ability to work independently. The postholder must be proficient with databases, data wrangling, in the use of standard data analysis software, and be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, planning, and organisation skills.

Informal contact: Andrew Morgan -

Candidates should be aware that this post may close early due to the volume of response, and applications should be submitted as soon as possible.

Equality and Diversity

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde - NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience, and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application Guidance

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged.

For application portal/log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all eligible candidates.


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