Senior Assistant Pharmacy

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

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Job summary

The post holder will work in the Pharmacy department at Darent Valley Hospital within the Pharmacy Purchasing Office and Dispensary.

Candidates should be enthusiastic, demonstrate innovation, be able to communicate ideas clearly and effectively and must possess competent IT skills.

Main duties of the job

The post will be partly based within our busy purchasing office. One of your key responsibilities is to assist in the procurement of homecare medicines and to occasionally provide support in our dispensary using the automated robot and Omnicell cupboards, full training will be given. The role includes liaising with our homecare team and suppliers ordering a range of medicines and products vital in the provision of care for our homecare patients. Excellent attention to detail is pivotal to this role, efficient procurement of homecare medicines are fundamental to the maintenance of patients health and the quality of service that the pharmacy and the trust provides.

You will be expected to support in general administrative duties as required.

Previous experience of working in a procurement or financial processing setting is desirable and exposure to working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

21 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,329 to £26,958 a year incl HCAS per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

Senior Assistant Pharmacy

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

  • GCSE Level Or Equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Working with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Working with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Customer service skills

Desirable

  • Microsoft Word applications. Advanced word processing and spreadsheet skills
  • Accounts payable knowledge
  • Ability to train staff

Experience

Essential

  • Working as a member of a team
  • Pharmacy experience

Desirable

  • Hospital experience
  • Stores/stock control experience
  • Experience of purchase to pay processes
  • CMM computer/programme knowledge

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Ability to plan and prioritise work
  • Good communication skills
  • Confident and assertive

Desirable

  • Leadership
Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

  • GCSE Level Or Equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Working with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Working with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Customer service skills

Desirable

  • Microsoft Word applications. Advanced word processing and spreadsheet skills
  • Accounts payable knowledge
  • Ability to train staff

Experience

Essential

  • Working as a member of a team
  • Pharmacy experience

Desirable

  • Hospital experience
  • Stores/stock control experience
  • Experience of purchase to pay processes
  • CMM computer/programme knowledge

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Ability to plan and prioritise work
  • Good communication skills
  • Confident and assertive

Desirable

  • Leadership

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford

DA2 8DA


Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Technician Purchasing and Stores

Victoria Wilcox

victoria.wilcox1@nhs.net

01322428771

Date posted

21 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,329 to £26,958 a year incl HCAS per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

Senior Assistant Pharmacy

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford

DA2 8DA


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