Scott Rutherford 🏳️‍🌈

Rotational Clinical Pharmacist | Immediate Past President of @the_pda LGBT+ Network | Student and Trainee Representative to the PDA NEC | Views my own | He/they

[Scott Rutherford 🏳️‍🌈 @SMRutherford_]

Very pleased to announce the publication of our position statement on gender-affirming care! 🏳️‍⚧️ #pdalgbt https://t.co/icxExPPh4k

[The PDA @the_pda]

Boots and the #PDAunion are pleased to confirm that from April 2025, there will be a pay increase for trainee #pharmacists in England and Northern Ireland. Learn more: https://t.co/5gzIDwUhY9

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and Trainee Pharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

Our campaign for fair funding for MPharm students has taken a step towards success with the DHSC agreeing to work with NHS England. This will mean they will explore a unified, consistent policy for funding excess travel and accommodation costs for MPharm students on placements. Learn more: https://t.co/k5G5OMn9g3

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and Trainee Pharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

Pharmacists working at Superdrug, don’t miss the opportunity to have an independent voice at work by voting ‘YES’ to #PDAunion recognition. #104pharmacists or more must vote 'YES' for the PDA Union to be recognised by Superdrug. Don’t risk leaving it to others. https://t.co/RtuBcgrCZB

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and #TraineePharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

For those due to sit the November 2024 assessment tomorrow, the team at the PDA would like to wish you the best of luck! We will continue to support you in every step of your career.

#GoodLuck #PDAtrainee

[The PDA @the_pda]

Read the latest #PDAstudent newsletter! In this edition, read about how #pharmacy students at University College London had a stall to celebrate World #Pharmacist Day and learn more about your PDA NEC Representative. Learn more: https://t.co/eNxunWMGDb #StudentSaturdays

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and #TraineePharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

The November 2024 assessment takes place on Tuesday 12 November and now is the last chance for #PDAtrainee members to take advantage of our FREE revision programme. The programme includes practice revision questions, case studies, two one-hour timed mock exams, and more. Learn more and register today: https://t.co/JZkZhAcQAh #TraineePharmacistThursday

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and #TraineePharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

PDA members working in the NHS are invited to attend a PDA member-exclusive event on 5 November from 7 pm to 8 pm. The event will inform members of the latest changes to Agenda for Change and how being active in the #PDAunion can support them and their fellow #pharmacist colleagues. Learn more and register today: https://t.co/iHi3sqFeZ1

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and Trainee Pharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[Scott Rutherford 🏳️‍🌈 @SMRutherford_]

@ShinyBlackShoe @minna_eii For example: ‘Take HALF a tablet ONCE daily. Tablets already halved.’

[The PDA @the_pda]

Happy #RxTechDay to all #Pharmacy Technicians. Pharmacy Technicians are valued colleagues who work alongside #Pharmacists every day; they are often the friends, family and the fellow employees working together as a team. Thank you for all you do.

[The PDA @the_pda]

Read the latest PDA NHS Pharmacists' Newsletter for PDA members. In this issue learn about how to join the PDA Primary Care Network and a reduction of working hours for NHS staff in Scotland. Also read about the experiences of a trainee #pharmacist in the NHS. Learn more: https://t.co/uOCaRi5Mzl

Not yet a member of the PDA? Join today. PDA membership is FREE to #PharmacyStudents and #TraineePharmacists! https://t.co/pYyUdwZNV5

[The PDA @the_pda]

For the third year in a row, the #PDAlgbt Network was proud to take part in Manchester Pride 2024. This year’s theme was ‘Buzzin’ to be Queer – A Hive of Progress’. Network members, allies, PDA staff, and representatives from Pharmacist Support were in attendance on the day. Learn more: https://t.co/yA1ReZqqcw

Not yet a #PDAlgbt Network member? Join today! Membership is FREE to #PDAtrainee and #PDAstudent members or £30 per year for non-PDA members: https://t.co/mG7DcRK8Yl

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@the_pda

[Pharmacist Support @PharmaSupport]

The Oriel preferencing window is now open for 3rd year pharmacy students doing a foundation placement next year. We understand choosing a placement can be stressful, so here are our top tips to consider whilst preferencing. For more info visit our website: https://t.co/pCPp1uyoFW

[Pharmacist Support @PharmaSupport]

CALLING ALL #PHARMACISTS! It’ll soon be the start of a new #university term with lots of new aspiring pharmacists. 👨‍⚕️ Share with us below your top tips for getting through university whilst keeping your wellbeing in check!

[The PDA @the_pda]

Have you just finished your #TraineePharmacist year? If so, we are asking you to share your experiences of your trainee year by completing our annual trainee survey. Your feedback will help us to continue to lobby on your behalf. Complete the survey by heading to you inbox today!

[The PDA @the_pda]

We know that not everyone is naturally assertive, so, we are hosting an assertiveness workshop on 13 August. This online workshop will cover, the difference between aggressive and assertive behaviour, the benefits of being an assertive person, and more: https://t.co/rfbjCb88AE

[The PDA @the_pda]

We condemn the recent violence that has been seen in UK towns and cities. It needs to stop. We are sending our support to all those who are dealing with the violent disorder firsthand, as well as any victims of violence. We stand united in having a zero tolerance of islamophobia and all forms of racism.
We are calling on those that employ PDA members to ensure that they are communicating with those in locations where any conflict may occur and prioritise the health and safety of staff and patients. Learn more: https://t.co/DRVTyZyJMO

[The PDA @the_pda]

Whatever the result of their exam, pass or fail, there is the support of FREE PDA membership available for their next steps. If you know someone getting their results today who hasn't yet joined the PDA, please refer them here: https://t.co/L89VWZqukk