Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance Senior Pharmacy Assistant
Band 3
Main area: Pharmacy Grade: Band 3 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (There is also an expectation for weekend and bank holiday work, this is organised on a rota basis.) Job ref: 419-270125-CGP-PY Site: York Hospital Town: York Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 10/02/2025 23:59 Please note that contact with applicants will usually be by email, and so please check all of your mail folders regularly (unfortunately some providers filter our messages into junk mail folders). Our Values We are KIND We are OPEN We pursue EXCELLENCE An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic senior pharmacy assistant to join the Pharmacy Clinical Governance and Quality Assurance teams based at York Hospital. The Clinical Governance team aims to ensure the safe and effective management of medicines throughout the Trust by monitoring practice in medicines management to ensure that policies and procedures are implemented effectively. They also produce and deliver education and training that promotes compliance with medicines management processes throughout the Trust and improves patient safety. The Quality Assurance Team ensures that the quality of pharmacy services is effectively monitored and continually improves. As a member of this team, you will help implement and maintain all aspects of the pharmacy quality management system including document management. You will monitor, test and maintain assets, such as the Trust fridge temperature monitoring and delivery systems. We strive to develop the knowledge and skills of our workforce to enable them to advance personally and professionally and this is the ideal career development prospect. You will need to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, be well organised and able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the management of the quality management system within the department and ensure compliance with national legislation and medicines management standards both within the pharmacy department and the wider organisation. Tasks include: Assist with the daily maintenance of the Quality Management System, including document control and asset monitoring. Assisting with temperature monitoring within the pharmacy department and wider organisation. Assist in the management of controlled prescription stationery. Assist with the management of controlled drugs within both the department and wider organisation. Assist with the management of medicine cupboard keys within both the department and wider organisation. Internal audits and implement actions. Recent experience of working as a senior pharmacy assistant within a hospital environment would be beneficial but not essential as training will be given. All candidates should be positive about the extended role of pharmacy assistants and keen to develop themselves, their role and work of the team. You will be based in the pharmacy department in York Hospital but may be required to work at other Trust sites on occasion. Core service hours are Monday to Friday 08:45 – 17:15. You will contribute to the weekend rota (1 in 8 weekends) and bank holiday rota (1 per year). You will have a regular dispensary slot once a week where you will dispense. Working for our organisation
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service). A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema, and finance from a range of providers. For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Person specification
Education
QCF level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services – to include units relevant to post. You must have proof of qualifications. Experience
Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOPs and suggest changes where necessary. Competency training and experience in a specialist area of pharmacy service such as aseptics, stock management, or dispensing. If not already acquired, this must be gained within one year of taking up post. Hospital pharmacy experience. Skills
Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post. Effective use of initiative. Ability to work in a team environment and alone. Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff. Flexible to changing work routines and demands. Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints. Ability to handle moderate loads. Good communication & interpersonal skills. Ability to plan & prioritise own workload in the face of changing demands. Values
Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Kind, Open, Pursue Excellence. DBS Checks Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary either in 1 payment or over a six month period once you start employment. By applying you are agreeing to this undertaking. Application numbers
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Name: Kimberley McLeod Job title: Principal Pharmacy Technician Quality Assurance Email address: kimberley.mcleod1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01723 23 6277
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Band 3
Main area: Pharmacy Grade: Band 3 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (There is also an expectation for weekend and bank holiday work, this is organised on a rota basis.) Job ref: 419-270125-CGP-PY Site: York Hospital Town: York Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 10/02/2025 23:59 Please note that contact with applicants will usually be by email, and so please check all of your mail folders regularly (unfortunately some providers filter our messages into junk mail folders). Our Values We are KIND We are OPEN We pursue EXCELLENCE An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic senior pharmacy assistant to join the Pharmacy Clinical Governance and Quality Assurance teams based at York Hospital. The Clinical Governance team aims to ensure the safe and effective management of medicines throughout the Trust by monitoring practice in medicines management to ensure that policies and procedures are implemented effectively. They also produce and deliver education and training that promotes compliance with medicines management processes throughout the Trust and improves patient safety. The Quality Assurance Team ensures that the quality of pharmacy services is effectively monitored and continually improves. As a member of this team, you will help implement and maintain all aspects of the pharmacy quality management system including document management. You will monitor, test and maintain assets, such as the Trust fridge temperature monitoring and delivery systems. We strive to develop the knowledge and skills of our workforce to enable them to advance personally and professionally and this is the ideal career development prospect. You will need to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, be well organised and able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the management of the quality management system within the department and ensure compliance with national legislation and medicines management standards both within the pharmacy department and the wider organisation. Tasks include: Assist with the daily maintenance of the Quality Management System, including document control and asset monitoring. Assisting with temperature monitoring within the pharmacy department and wider organisation. Assist in the management of controlled prescription stationery. Assist with the management of controlled drugs within both the department and wider organisation. Assist with the management of medicine cupboard keys within both the department and wider organisation. Internal audits and implement actions. Recent experience of working as a senior pharmacy assistant within a hospital environment would be beneficial but not essential as training will be given. All candidates should be positive about the extended role of pharmacy assistants and keen to develop themselves, their role and work of the team. You will be based in the pharmacy department in York Hospital but may be required to work at other Trust sites on occasion. Core service hours are Monday to Friday 08:45 – 17:15. You will contribute to the weekend rota (1 in 8 weekends) and bank holiday rota (1 per year). You will have a regular dispensary slot once a week where you will dispense. Working for our organisation
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service). A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema, and finance from a range of providers. For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Person specification
Education
QCF level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services – to include units relevant to post. You must have proof of qualifications. Experience
Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOPs and suggest changes where necessary. Competency training and experience in a specialist area of pharmacy service such as aseptics, stock management, or dispensing. If not already acquired, this must be gained within one year of taking up post. Hospital pharmacy experience. Skills
Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post. Effective use of initiative. Ability to work in a team environment and alone. Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff. Flexible to changing work routines and demands. Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints. Ability to handle moderate loads. Good communication & interpersonal skills. Ability to plan & prioritise own workload in the face of changing demands. Values
Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Kind, Open, Pursue Excellence. DBS Checks Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary either in 1 payment or over a six month period once you start employment. By applying you are agreeing to this undertaking. Application numbers
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Name: Kimberley McLeod Job title: Principal Pharmacy Technician Quality Assurance Email address: kimberley.mcleod1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01723 23 6277
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