Pharmacy Assistant
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer. You will join our dedicated team delivering dispensing and ward services at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Wells Road Centre.
You will rotate within different areas of the department including dispensary, stores and distribution, therefore will need to be methodical, accurate and be able to follow procedures.
You should be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with an eagerness to learn and provide a high standard of service to our patients and services users.
There is a requirement to possess an NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services (orequivalent) however we can fund the course and provide on the job training & support to complete the qualification.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be expected to cover all the following aspects within the department:
- The receipt of medicines for onward supply to wards and departments
- Assembly of orders for distribution to wards and dispensary
- To assist in the provision of a ward top-up service, visiting various sites
- To ensure accurate stock control of medicines
- Accurately and efficiently dispense and label medicines for patients
- You will be required to work closely with other members of the pharmacy
hospitals and clinics
Hours of work will be:
- 30am to 4.45pm whilst working in pharmacy stores
- 45am to 5pm whilst working in dispensary
There is currently no requirement to work weekends or bank holidays. We welcome applications from those wishing to work either full time or part-time.
Working for our organisation
Nottinghamshire Healthcare employs over 10,000 colleagues who help #MakeADifference every day. We provide intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire.Care is delivered from over 120 sites within the community from acute settings and across low, medium and high secure environments including prisons.
As one of the largest mental health and community trusts in the East Midlands and one of the biggest employers in Nottinghamshire. We are also home to national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We are committed to flexible and agile working, including the opportunity to join our bank.
Your health and wellbeing is our priority and as such we invest significantly in this via our in-house Occupational Health Service, Staff Counselling Service and Health and Wellbeing Team.
We offer a number of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, our Green Champions Network, Freedom to Speak Up Network. Health and Wellbeing Champions Network and Menopause Champions. We provide care to a diverse range of communities and are passionate about supporting diversity and inclusion in the Trust.
If you believe in our values of Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, then we would love to hear from you!
#TeamNottsHC
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You should have GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics and a science.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent, including English, Maths and a science at grade C or above
- NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service skills
Experience
Essential criteria- Proven ability for team working good interpersonal skills, following procedures
- Experience in NHS Computerised stock control
- Experience of working in a pharmacy
Training
Essential criteria- To be committed to undertake a course of study to work towards, the relevant NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service skills
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Knowledge of one’s limitations and ability to refer to other staff when appropriate.
- Experience of stock management
Skills
Essential criteria- Proficient computer use
- Good organisational skills.
- Able to be flexible
- Ability to work quickly, calmly and accurately under pressure
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Customer service skills
- Basic Office skills
Contractual
Essential criteria- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
- The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants, so we advise you to submit your application early to prevent disappointment.
- We will be requesting references by email. Please ensure you include email addresses and contact numbers for your referees to avoid delay in the recruitment process.
- The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
- Communication regarding your application will be sent via email therefore, please ensure you regularly check your spam/junk folder.
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- For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.