Senior Assistant Technical Officer - Stores

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Job overview

We are looking for a senior assistant technical officer to support our stores and procurement staff in the efficient running of these departments.

Applicants must possess a good standard of education with good computer, communication and manual handling skills. They must be able to work well in a team, prioritise and organize their own work and work efficiently and accurately. An understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues is essential.

Successful candidates will be enrolled onto the weekend, bank holiday and late night rota once adequately trained.

Progression onto band 3 pay scale will be achieved with the completion of the relevant dispensary qualification. Candidates with a previous dispensing qualification may be eligible for advancement without additional qualifications being completed.

Pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

** Previous applicants need not apply **

Main duties of the job

• Assist in organising, managing and maintaining the efficient running of ward distribution services at Weston.
• Assist in organising and managing the purchase of medicines.
• Help maintain the appropriate supply of medical gases.
• Assist with the training of Pharmacy staff to NVQ level 2 whilst in the stores department

• To dispense routine prescriptions including discharge, inpatient and controlled drug requests, in accordance with standard operating procedures under the supervision of the Responsible Pharmacist.
• To provide advice to nurses and other staff on the supply of pharmaceutical products.
• Undertake telephone answering and receptionist duties within the dispensary.
• To assist and attempt to resolve problems associated with the dispensing process.
• Support the dispensary at busy times and times of staff shortages.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Knowledge & Experience

• Understanding of confidentiality and how it is important in a healthcare setting

• Previous work experience in a hospital and/or a pharmacy
• Experience using CMM and ARIM software
• Manual handling experience
• Knowledge of pharmacy procurement systems

Skills & Abilities

• Computer literate
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to problem-solve

Aptitudes

• An ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Good time management
• Flexible
• Good attention to detail

Qualifications and Training

• Minimum of 3 GCSE(s) at passing grade (or equivalent)
• Willingness to work towards procurement and dispensary qualifications if not already attained

• Previous pharmacy dispensing qualification

• As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
• The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
• UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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