Job summary
We are looking for a positive and responsible person who is capable of working as part of a team and is flexible regarding working practices and changes in routine, in order to maintain the Pharmacy service to wards and departments in the Trust and to external customers.
Good communication skills are important as the role involves dealing with colleagues within the department, other health care professionals and external customers.
The post involves rotational duties which include distribution of medicines, ward top-up of pharmacy items, general storekeeping and assisting dispensary staff. This post will also provide admin support to both the Pharmacy Stores Office and Pharmacy Stores. There is a significant amount of lifting and handling in this role.
You will play a key role in the provision of specialist Technical Pharmacy Services helping us to deliver and improve the quality of patient care.
Main duties of the job
Key elements of the role are:
- Picking & Packing orders in Pharmacy Stores
- Checking & receipting deliveries to Pharmacy Stores
- Filing delivery notes
- Delivering medication to wards and other departments
- Receiving BOC gas deliveries
- Issuing stock on the computer system
- Topping up wards
- Pharmacy Van Driver for delivery to external customers
The post involves working on weekend and bank holiday rotas in Pharmacy Stores.
Summary of most important experience / skills / qualifications required:
- Level 2 Diploma in Pharmacy Services (NVQ) or equivalent or willing to work towards - or significant experience in a pharmacy setting.
- Driving License (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for the post of Pharmacy Stores Assistant for further details on this.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for the post of Pharmacy Stores Assistant for further details on this.
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- We are one team oWe trust each other and work together oWe talk clearly and honestly. oWe make every penny count. oWe get better all the time
- We care oWe are kind and compassionate. oWe take ownership and keep our word. oWe are passionate, proud and committed. oWe say thank you.
- We value people oWe respect each other and our patients oWe embrace difference oWe support each other oWe say when we have done well and learn from mistakes
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a similar role
Skills
Essential
- Numeracy skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Good team working skills
- Demonstrable attention to detail
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or be prepared to study and be assessed for NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
- Driving License (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
Desirable
- Minimum of GCSE English and Mathematics Grades 4 to 9 or Grade C and above
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- We are one team oWe trust each other and work together oWe talk clearly and honestly. oWe make every penny count. oWe get better all the time
- We care oWe are kind and compassionate. oWe take ownership and keep our word. oWe are passionate, proud and committed. oWe say thank you.
- We value people oWe respect each other and our patients oWe embrace difference oWe support each other oWe say when we have done well and learn from mistakes
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a similar role
Skills
Essential
- Numeracy skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Good communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Good team working skills
- Demonstrable attention to detail
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or be prepared to study and be assessed for NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
- Driving License (reasonable adjustments will be considered)
Desirable
- Minimum of GCSE English and Mathematics Grades 4 to 9 or Grade C and above
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).
