South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Looking for a new challenge? We are offering a fantastic opportunity to come and join one of the best performing Trusts in the NHS which is looking to develop and train their Pharmacy staff as much as possible. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior Pharmacy Assistant to support us in the delivery of excellent hospital pharmacy services. This is an opportunity to join our friendly, committed team working in a support role in a variety of pharmacy services. If you are interested in this post you will need previous experience of working in either a hospital or community pharmacy and have a minimum of NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent. Main duties of the job
To assist in the smooth running of the assigned area of Pharmacy under direction and supervision of Senior Technicians. To dispense medicines against prescriptions or requests and prepare over-labelled packs for discharge. To monitor workflow in the distribution area, issuing stock medicines and providing a ward top up service to clinical areas. In the Aseptic Unit, undertake tasks to assist in the smooth running of daily activities and undertake planned Aseptic work under the supervision of the Senior and Lead Technicians. In Procurement, to support all aspects of ordering medicines for use within the Trust under the direction of the Lead Technician. To maintain stock using stock rotation and stock management procedures; and process medicines returned from clinical areas. Job responsibilities
Key Result Areas Work is accurate and reliable. Policies and procedures are adhered to. Good working relationships are built with colleagues outside of Pharmacy. There is a flexible and willing approach to work requests. Dispensary & Distribution To interpret and dispense in-patient, outpatient, Controlled Drug and discharge prescriptions/dispensing requests, according to department procedures. To participate in stock supply to wards and departments and re-order as necessary. To assist pharmacists and technicians in ward-based dispensing activities. To assemble orders to fill ward requisition sheets and prescriptions. To participate in the assessment for suitability for recycling, of drugs returned from inside the hospital. To credit cost centres with the value of returned goods as appropriate, using the pharmacy computer system. To participate in the top-up service to wards & departments. To participate in expiry date checking. To participate in daily rolling stock checks. To attend to the dispensary hatch as required, taking in prescriptions and dealing with patients, carers, visitors and members of staff. To participate in Pharmacy and ward/dept. stocktaking and the maintenance of accurate stock levels. To participate in the training and supervision of pharmacy assistants as required. To contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in specific areas of work. To provide cover for other Assistant duties if required. Aseptic Suite Ensures Aseptic Standard Operating Procedures and other Pharmacy procedures and policies relevant to the area within which they are working are adhered to ensure maintenance of pharmacy services. Undergoes training and continued development in the role. To participate in the top-up service to wards & departments. To ensure drugs and sundries are stored neatly under the correct storage conditions and segregated accordingly. To report any deviations to procedure or environmental parameters. To participate in Late Night, Saturday & Bank Holiday rotas as required. Person Specification
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in Math's and English at grade C or above Level 2 in Pharmacy Services including the relevant modules to undertake the Band 3 role plus previous Pharmacy experience Experience
Experience of working with the public Knowledge and experience of pharmacy processes in the specialist service area (equivalent to that of a level 3 standard) Previous hospital experience Skills
Basic keyboard skills Good numerical skills Has knowledge of record keeping Participation in the training of others Used to working in a team Able to cope with pharmaceutical names Knowledge of hospital environment Knowledge of pharmacy environment Personal Qualities
Works to protocols, procedures and SOP's Adaptable to change Good verbal communication - face to face Good verbal communication - telephone Able to keep accurate records Other
Able to undertake weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Days working on a rota Able to lift moderate weights (up to 13Kg) Some flexibility in working hours 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.
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Looking for a new challenge? We are offering a fantastic opportunity to come and join one of the best performing Trusts in the NHS which is looking to develop and train their Pharmacy staff as much as possible. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior Pharmacy Assistant to support us in the delivery of excellent hospital pharmacy services. This is an opportunity to join our friendly, committed team working in a support role in a variety of pharmacy services. If you are interested in this post you will need previous experience of working in either a hospital or community pharmacy and have a minimum of NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services or equivalent. Main duties of the job
To assist in the smooth running of the assigned area of Pharmacy under direction and supervision of Senior Technicians. To dispense medicines against prescriptions or requests and prepare over-labelled packs for discharge. To monitor workflow in the distribution area, issuing stock medicines and providing a ward top up service to clinical areas. In the Aseptic Unit, undertake tasks to assist in the smooth running of daily activities and undertake planned Aseptic work under the supervision of the Senior and Lead Technicians. In Procurement, to support all aspects of ordering medicines for use within the Trust under the direction of the Lead Technician. To maintain stock using stock rotation and stock management procedures; and process medicines returned from clinical areas. Job responsibilities
Key Result Areas Work is accurate and reliable. Policies and procedures are adhered to. Good working relationships are built with colleagues outside of Pharmacy. There is a flexible and willing approach to work requests. Dispensary & Distribution To interpret and dispense in-patient, outpatient, Controlled Drug and discharge prescriptions/dispensing requests, according to department procedures. To participate in stock supply to wards and departments and re-order as necessary. To assist pharmacists and technicians in ward-based dispensing activities. To assemble orders to fill ward requisition sheets and prescriptions. To participate in the assessment for suitability for recycling, of drugs returned from inside the hospital. To credit cost centres with the value of returned goods as appropriate, using the pharmacy computer system. To participate in the top-up service to wards & departments. To participate in expiry date checking. To participate in daily rolling stock checks. To attend to the dispensary hatch as required, taking in prescriptions and dealing with patients, carers, visitors and members of staff. To participate in Pharmacy and ward/dept. stocktaking and the maintenance of accurate stock levels. To participate in the training and supervision of pharmacy assistants as required. To contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in specific areas of work. To provide cover for other Assistant duties if required. Aseptic Suite Ensures Aseptic Standard Operating Procedures and other Pharmacy procedures and policies relevant to the area within which they are working are adhered to ensure maintenance of pharmacy services. Undergoes training and continued development in the role. To participate in the top-up service to wards & departments. To ensure drugs and sundries are stored neatly under the correct storage conditions and segregated accordingly. To report any deviations to procedure or environmental parameters. To participate in Late Night, Saturday & Bank Holiday rotas as required. Person Specification
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in Math's and English at grade C or above Level 2 in Pharmacy Services including the relevant modules to undertake the Band 3 role plus previous Pharmacy experience Experience
Experience of working with the public Knowledge and experience of pharmacy processes in the specialist service area (equivalent to that of a level 3 standard) Previous hospital experience Skills
Basic keyboard skills Good numerical skills Has knowledge of record keeping Participation in the training of others Used to working in a team Able to cope with pharmaceutical names Knowledge of hospital environment Knowledge of pharmacy environment Personal Qualities
Works to protocols, procedures and SOP's Adaptable to change Good verbal communication - face to face Good verbal communication - telephone Able to keep accurate records Other
Able to undertake weekend, Bank Holiday and Statutory Days working on a rota Able to lift moderate weights (up to 13Kg) Some flexibility in working hours 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.
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