Job summary
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, well-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills to join the medicines supply team within the Pharmacy Department. To undertake duties supporting the supply of medicines to patients in hospital and on their discharge. We are looking for both full-time and part-time (30 hours) ATO's.
Interviews are likely to take place on w/c 8th January 2024.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
The post will involve duties that assist Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in the dispensing process both in the dispensary and at ward level and work within the distribution area to provide a ward top-up and medicines supply service. The ideal candidate will have a good general education (minimum entry requirement indicated on job specification) and demonstrable computer experience. If not already held, you will take part in the NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy services (in-house training is provided).
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
- To receive paper, telephone and electronic requisitions and orders for a full range of medicines and pharmaceuticals from locations with University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Livewell South West, Devon Partnership Trust and Cornwall Foundation Partnership Trust. Process the requisitions and orders using the Pharmacy stock management computer system.
- To undertake ward top-up services in accordance with standard operating procedures to include:
- Visiting designated ward/departments on specified days
- Check current ward stock to ensure it is in usable condition and within its expiry date
- Remove unwanted/unsuitable stock, in agreement with nursing staff
- Determine required stock to bring levels to a pre-agreed level
- Generate orders for the required amount of stock using the pharmacy stock management computer system
- Pick the required items from stock using computer generated picking list and using the automated dispensing system.
- Pack the stock in a safe manner in an appropriately labelled pharmacy ward box for the timely delivery to the ward.
- Liaise with the relevant clinical pharmacist and nursing staff to ensure ward stock list is kept up to date for the range and quantity of medicines routinely used by the location. Set up new stock lists for new locations.
- Use the pharmacy computer system to generate adhoc ward orders.
- To perform all duties in accordance with European Medicines Agency Good Distribution Practice Regulations.
For further details please see the attached JD.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To receive paper, telephone and electronic requisitions and orders for a full range of medicines and pharmaceuticals from locations with University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Livewell South West, Devon Partnership Trust and Cornwall Foundation Partnership Trust. Process the requisitions and orders using the Pharmacy stock management computer system.
- To undertake ward top-up services in accordance with standard operating procedures to include:
- Visiting designated ward/departments on specified days
- Check current ward stock to ensure it is in usable condition and within its expiry date
- Remove unwanted/unsuitable stock, in agreement with nursing staff
- Determine required stock to bring levels to a pre-agreed level
- Generate orders for the required amount of stock using the pharmacy stock management computer system
- Pick the required items from stock using computer generated picking list and using the automated dispensing system.
- Pack the stock in a safe manner in an appropriately labelled pharmacy ward box for the timely delivery to the ward.
- Liaise with the relevant clinical pharmacist and nursing staff to ensure ward stock list is kept up to date for the range and quantity of medicines routinely used by the location. Set up new stock lists for new locations.
- Use the pharmacy computer system to generate adhoc ward orders.
- To perform all duties in accordance with European Medicines Agency Good Distribution Practice Regulations.
For further details please see the attached JD.
Person Specification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- oProven knowledge of receiving and distributing stock
- oProven knowledge of stock control
Desirable
- oDemonstrable pharmacy or medicine experience
Qualifications
Essential
- oGCSE's 9-4 (A-C) in Maths & English or equivalent qualification
- oNVQ 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent demonstrable experience. (Training will be provided as required)
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- oGood communication skills.
- oAttention to detail
Person Specification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- oProven knowledge of receiving and distributing stock
- oProven knowledge of stock control
Desirable
- oDemonstrable pharmacy or medicine experience
Qualifications
Essential
- oGCSE's 9-4 (A-C) in Maths & English or equivalent qualification
- oNVQ 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent demonstrable experience. (Training will be provided as required)
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- oGood communication skills.
- oAttention to detail
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
