Pharmacy Assistant: HMP Lincoln
Job overview
Please be advised Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has made the difficult decision to serve notice on its offender health contracts. Over the coming months, we will be working with NHS England on the transition of the services to a new provider.We still need to recruit to these valued positions and welcome your application. But, in line with our values, honesty is important, so please note that if you are successful that in time your employment would move from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to another provider who would then be your new employer.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced pharmacy assistant to join our busy, friendly pharmacy department. to deliver a high quality patient-focused pharmacy service.
You must be self-motivated with a flexible working approach and be able to demonstrate good communication and organisational skills, working independently and as part of a team. The job is a busy and physically demanding role and you will be expected to work to deadlines.
Main duties of the job
The overriding purpose is to support provision of the highest quality patient care within the Offender Health Care Group, through personal actions and continuous improvement.
Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technician, assist in the provision of a specialist high quality, safe prison pharmacy ordering, distribution and supply service which reflects National and Local Policy and Priorities, taking into account the high level of security that must be maintained at all times.
This is achieved by a wide range of routine tasks and through the accurate and efficient ordering, receipt, storage and distribution of medicines.
To provide general advice to colleagues regarding medication availability and pharmacy information.
Working for our organisation
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,500 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire.Our care is provided from over 100 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network.These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please be advised Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has made the difficult decision to serve notice on its offender health contracts. Over the coming months, we will be working with NHS England on the transition of the services to a new provider.We still need to recruit to these valued positions and welcome your application. But, in line with our values, honesty is important, so please note that if you are successful that in time your employment would move from Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to another provider who would then be your new employer.
The post-holder will work within the Pharmacy department assisting and working with other pharmacy and healthcare professionals to deliver a comprehensive pharmacy service within the prison.
For me more details please see the description.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
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
Experience
Essential criteria- Previous employment as Pharmacy Assistant or equivalent
- Team working
- Experience of accurate stock control
- Experience of working in secure environment eg secure hospital or prison
- Previous experience of using SystmOne
- Previous employment in a customer/ patient facing role
Qualifications
Essential criteria- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent experience acquired through ‘on the job’ training
- Competency training and experience of eg stock management
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Health and safety considerations
- Knowledge of pharmacy procedures, legislation and practices, eg ordering of stock and prescribed medication, supply and administration to patients
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
- Manual Handling
- COSHH regulations
- PSIs and PSOs
- Audit
Skills
Essential criteria- IT skills to use software packages for Patient Medication Record, SystmOne and/ or other programmes
- Good written and verbal communication
- Ability to assess stock issues, resolve problems
- Ability to work alone and within a team
- Ability to work to agreed procedures
- Time management
- Ability to speak other languages
- Calmness under pressure
- Confidence in dealing with patients
Values and Behaviour
Essential criteria- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview 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
- We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants.
- 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.
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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.