Pharmacy Assistant

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Whether you are just starting off in your career and have a special interest in Pharmacy or if youre an individual with experience in Pharmacy, then we are looking for you! We are seeking candidates with drive, initiative, enthusiasm and good communication skills to join our friendly and forward thinking Pharmacy team to work across both Pharmacy Departments at Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital.

The posts involve working alongside our Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Dispensing Assistants to provide integrated pharmaceutical care for service users in the Trust to ensure safe, appropriate and cost effective use of medicines.

Main duties of the job

You will participate in a range of duties within the Pharmacy Stores including; the receipt, distribution of medicines to wards and departments, stock management on wards/departments, invoicing and other duties which support the ward based Pharmacy service.

An ability to work both in a team and alone is essential and it is vital that applicants understand the needs of patients and other staff members. Candidates must have effective time management skills, an ability to work within time constraints and be flexible to changing work routines. As part of the Pharmacy team, you will be required to contribute to the Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays roster and additionally some late duties until approximately 19:30 Monday to Friday.

Successful applicants will either have, or work towards, the completion of an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Previous experience of working in a hospital or community Pharmacy would also be desirable but it is not essential.

Flexible working arrangements would be considered including part time hours.

For informal enquiries or to arrange a visit please contact Emma Graham on 0191 5699048

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

29 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-0923-77

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

To participate in rotas including covering evenings, weekends and bank holidays where necessary.

To undertake other reasonable duties to meet the needs of the service as directed by the Chief Pharmacist.

To process requisitions for hospitals units and clinics.

To produce appropriate documentation and consignment notes to send with goods.

To participate in ward top-up and other duties as necessary.

To become competent in the delivery of an efficient pharmacy stores system.

To process receipted goods into hospitals systems; input appropriate data and possibly prescription data.

To promote maintenance of adequate stock levels and the correct storage of pharmaceuticals within the Department.

To complete the requisite NVQ 2 modules in line with KSF gateways.

To plan own tasks to meet service requirements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

To participate in rotas including covering evenings, weekends and bank holidays where necessary.

To undertake other reasonable duties to meet the needs of the service as directed by the Chief Pharmacist.

To process requisitions for hospitals units and clinics.

To produce appropriate documentation and consignment notes to send with goods.

To participate in ward top-up and other duties as necessary.

To become competent in the delivery of an efficient pharmacy stores system.

To process receipted goods into hospitals systems; input appropriate data and possibly prescription data.

To promote maintenance of adequate stock levels and the correct storage of pharmaceuticals within the Department.

To complete the requisite NVQ 2 modules in line with KSF gateways.

To plan own tasks to meet service requirements.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

Experience of computer stock control systems.
Experience in a similar post

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Good organisational skills with an ability to maintain a disciplined approach to work
Ability to prioritise own work to meet service requirements
Basic computing and keyboard skills
Good analytical and judgmental skills

Desirable

A good knowledge and understanding of hospital and pharmacy policy and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

Basic numeracy and literacy skills to Level 2 or equivalent.
Completed appropriate NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or will work towards and complete within 6 months of commencing the post

Disposition

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as a member of the team.
To participate in a weekend pharmacy service and relevant bank holiday arrangements

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

Experience of computer stock control systems.
Experience in a similar post

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Good organisational skills with an ability to maintain a disciplined approach to work
Ability to prioritise own work to meet service requirements
Basic computing and keyboard skills
Good analytical and judgmental skills

Desirable

A good knowledge and understanding of hospital and pharmacy policy and procedures

Qualifications

Essential

Basic numeracy and literacy skills to Level 2 or equivalent.
Completed appropriate NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or will work towards and complete within 6 months of commencing the post

Disposition

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as a member of the team.
To participate in a weekend pharmacy service and relevant bank holiday arrangements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.