University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main Duties of the Job
We are looking for a friendly and hardworking individual to join our busy Homecare team as a Pharmacy Support Worker within University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). Homecare is a service that involves arranging medication and treatments to over 8500 patients in their home via 12 different Homecare providers. We are a small but expanding team of 14 staff consisting of 2 pharmacy technicians, 8 senior pharmacy support workers, and 4 pharmacy support workers. The department operates Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 17:30. Unfortunately, this role does not offer any form of Sponsorship. About Us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work, situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Specific to this role, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Job Responsibilities
This role is office-based and involves receipting goods and processing invoices for payment through our JAC computer system. Other duties include answering the phone and taking in prescriptions handed in via our hatch. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
IT experience Ability to work independently Attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to prioritise workload Person Specification
Trust Values
Always Improving Working Together Qualifications / Training Required
Commitment to complete NVQ 2 in Pharmacy or other Level 2 approved GPhC qualification for pharmacy support, within 18 months of working Numerate and literate demonstrating ability to pass test at interview 2 GCSEs or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK, evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview) Other healthcare qualifications GCSEs in science-based or other role-specific relevant subjects Previous or Relevant Experience Necessary
Use of information technology in the workplace or within education or voluntary sector Previous pharmacy/laboratory experience (hospital or community) Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy) Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining, and/or issuing stock Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only) Use of till and/or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only) Aptitudes and Skills Required
Customer service skills in the workplace or voluntary sector Ability to communicate effectively with others in English both in speaking and writing Ability to follow procedures Attention to detail and accurate working Able to work independently and prioritise work with limited supervision Motivated, self-reliant, and organised Adaptable, particularly able to work in busy, noisy, and changing environments Demonstrate times when able to work effectively under pressure 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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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main Duties of the Job
We are looking for a friendly and hardworking individual to join our busy Homecare team as a Pharmacy Support Worker within University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). Homecare is a service that involves arranging medication and treatments to over 8500 patients in their home via 12 different Homecare providers. We are a small but expanding team of 14 staff consisting of 2 pharmacy technicians, 8 senior pharmacy support workers, and 4 pharmacy support workers. The department operates Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 17:30. Unfortunately, this role does not offer any form of Sponsorship. About Us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work, situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Specific to this role, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Job Responsibilities
This role is office-based and involves receipting goods and processing invoices for payment through our JAC computer system. Other duties include answering the phone and taking in prescriptions handed in via our hatch. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
IT experience Ability to work independently Attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to prioritise workload Person Specification
Trust Values
Always Improving Working Together Qualifications / Training Required
Commitment to complete NVQ 2 in Pharmacy or other Level 2 approved GPhC qualification for pharmacy support, within 18 months of working Numerate and literate demonstrating ability to pass test at interview 2 GCSEs or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK, evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview) Other healthcare qualifications GCSEs in science-based or other role-specific relevant subjects Previous or Relevant Experience Necessary
Use of information technology in the workplace or within education or voluntary sector Previous pharmacy/laboratory experience (hospital or community) Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy) Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining, and/or issuing stock Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only) Use of till and/or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only) Aptitudes and Skills Required
Customer service skills in the workplace or voluntary sector Ability to communicate effectively with others in English both in speaking and writing Ability to follow procedures Attention to detail and accurate working Able to work independently and prioritise work with limited supervision Motivated, self-reliant, and organised Adaptable, particularly able to work in busy, noisy, and changing environments Demonstrate times when able to work effectively under pressure 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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