Job summary
The post holder undertakes pharmacy assistant duties in the store and distribution section.
The post holder will be an integral part of the Pharmacy team and will cover all assistant duties to support the demands of the service.
This post will require a Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS) check
Main duties of the job
To receive, assemble and deliver medicines and supplies for all areas of Pharmacy and also to wards, departments and clinics. Unpack, check, record and put away stock pharmaceutical products according to SOP's, completing documentation including dating and signing. Assisting with processing of invoices of good received.
To ensure all medicines that are outstanding to ward/department are ordered and the store manager informed.
To deliver urgent items to wards clinics and departments when required.
To participate in weekend, public holiday and extended hours provision of pharmacy services
To comply with Trust policies relating to security and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are undertaken within safe systems of work and legislation
About us
This is a physically demanding yet rewarding role and you will be trained in all aspects of pharmacy stores processes, if you don't hold an NVQ in pharmacy services then this isn't a problem, we will provide thorough training and support and during your time with us to undertake your role.
It is an exciting time for pharmacy stores with new developements including automation of pharmacy supplies and there will be an opportunity to be involved in service improvement projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
To provide basic clinical technical services ensuring the correct stock medicines are available on wards for patients.
Professional Duties
To participate in audits and surveys relating to the stores and distribution section
To undertake the store and distribution training
Managerial Duties
There are no managerial duties required in this post.
3.4 Financial Di
Responsible for checking, storage and distribution of medicines
Managing Self
Participate in regular supervision
Attend all mandatory training
Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal
Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols
Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy
Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary
Maintain Trust conduct including appearance at all times
This is job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
To provide basic clinical technical services ensuring the correct stock medicines are available on wards for patients.
Professional Duties
To participate in audits and surveys relating to the stores and distribution section
To undertake the store and distribution training
Managerial Duties
There are no managerial duties required in this post.
3.4 Financial Di
Responsible for checking, storage and distribution of medicines
Managing Self
Participate in regular supervision
Attend all mandatory training
Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal
Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols
Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy
Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary
Maintain Trust conduct including appearance at all times
This is job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services with appropriate Stock Control units or eligible to complete this qualification with on-the-job training and support given throughout
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Manual dexterity, strenuous bending and stretching and ability to lift up to 25kg
- Able to pay meticulous attention to detail
- Able to understand and follow written procedures
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Organised, tidy and methodical
Desirable
- Experience of stock control and stock management
- Retail Pharmacy or hospital experience
- Able to problem solve and work under own initiative
- Standard keyboard skills
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Team worker
- Able to demonstrate good customer service skills with excellent verbal and written communications skills
- To have the desire to work in a service that contributes to patient care
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services with appropriate Stock Control units or eligible to complete this qualification with on-the-job training and support given throughout
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Manual dexterity, strenuous bending and stretching and ability to lift up to 25kg
- Able to pay meticulous attention to detail
- Able to understand and follow written procedures
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Organised, tidy and methodical
Desirable
- Experience of stock control and stock management
- Retail Pharmacy or hospital experience
- Able to problem solve and work under own initiative
- Standard keyboard skills
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Team worker
- Able to demonstrate good customer service skills with excellent verbal and written communications skills
- To have the desire to work in a service that contributes to patient care
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.
