Pharmacy Assistant – Emergency Department - Ipswich - ref. r74525315
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training.
Talk to us about our range of flexible working opportunities, apprenticeships and staff benefits
Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of the ESNEFT’s core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, Procedures and in its Practices, to foster positive work relationships, and finally to act with integrity as a professional within ESNEFT as well as a representative of the NHS as a whole.The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values such as Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan, People Plan, People Promise and a Model Employer intrinsic in the Equality Diversity and Inclusion Agenda, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge then we are keen to hear from you.
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Pharmacy Assistant within our Pharmacy Logistics Services at Ipswich Hospital, to provide a comprehensive Top-up Service to the Emergency Department and maximise stock control in the area.
As part of the role, you will be able to undertake NVQ Level 2 modules in Pharmacy services. We are committed to provide a supportive environment with opportunities for training and personal development.
For this role you will thrive in a busy and active environment, have good communication skills both on the phone and face to face and will adapt positively to change and be able to be flexible in your working day. You will need to have the ability to work within a team and on your own.
For this role you will be required to participate in the pharmacy 7 day working roster. You will also be required to lift and handle potentially heavy boxes and move boxes and other items throughout pharmacy and the hospital.
Details about our pharmacy service - https://esneft.pagetiger.com/buqzfou/1
Main duties of the job- To work with the Pharmacy Team to provide a comprehensive Top-up service to The Emergency Department and maximise stock control in the area.
- To work independently in managing Pharmacy in top up areas and liaise with the Pharmacy team when complex issues arise.
- If stock is unavailable liaise with Pharmacy team and The Emergency Department staff to discussed alternatives.
- To relocate Patients own drugs when left behind on transfer using relevant IT systems.
- Deliver Controlled Drugs to The Emergency Department.
- Ensure an efficient service is arranged and communicated to the relevant The Emergency Department staff and Pharmacy Team in times of own absence.
- Liaise with pharmacy manufacturing unit over the availability of TTA packs.
- Deputise for the Senior Pharmacy Assistant on Theatres and Anaesthetics as necessary.
- To undertake any underpinning knowledge training as required by management.
- To complete in-house competencies as required for the post.
Working for our organisation
We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients’ own homes
We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options
Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what’s widely regarded as the world’s best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you
Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria- Customer care
- Communication
- Working in on own and in a team
- Using own initiative
- Accurate recording of information
- Use of computers/keyboards
- Working calmly under pressure to achieve deadlines
- Stock work
- Wellsky systems
- e-mail systems
- Stock control systems
- Pharmacy experience
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Level 2 NVQ in Pharmacy services or willingness to undertake
- Numeracy and Literacy to Level 2
- Maths and English grade C or above or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Basic understanding of stock control and rotation
- The importance of confidentiality
Please note that where response levels are exceptional we may close the post before the specified date, therefore early application is recommended.
Please make sure that you read the Job Description and Person Specification attached and that your statement in support reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Secondment - if you are interested in undertaking a role on a secondment basis, please ensure that you have discussed this with your current line manager prior to submitting your application. Please note if you are already an employee of ESNEFT fixed term roles will only be offered on a secondment basis.
When providing reference details please provide email addresses so references can be sought promptly to cover the last 3 years of employment.
Successful candidates may be charged for their DBS check. Please ensure you read the information found in the attached DBS Information document
The Trust is committed to its staff and their development and to equal opportunities and diversity. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community.
Whilst we welcome applications from all and your application will be considered on individual merit, if you are offered a position and require a Skilled Worker Certificate of Sponsorship we may not be able to process your application to the final stage due Home Office eligibility.
In submitting an application form, you authorise East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process should you be appointed to the post.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; we look forward to receiving your application for employment.