Pharmacy Operational Services Supervisor
A vacancy has arisen for a Pharmacy Operational Supervisor in the Pharmacy Operational Services team at the Conquest Hospital, working primarily within the dispensary and stock distribution services. The post holder will be responsible for organising the daily workload and supervising the team in a busy Pharmacy department. We are looking for an applicant with enthusiasm and innovative thinking. Proven organisational and team leading skills are essential along with good verbal communication skills. Experience of working and supervising in a pharmacy environment is necessary along with an associated NVQ or equivalent qualification. A good standard of health & fitness is necessary as this work can be strenuous. This is a full-time post. Hours include weekend work and bank holiday working on a rota basis. Main Duties of the Job
Working as part of the multi-disciplinary pharmacy team, the role involves the supply of medicines as stock to wards and clinics, the issuing of patient specific medications for in-patients, outpatient clinics and for discharge, stock management, and the day-to-day maintenance of the robotic automatic dispensing system and ward based automated systems (Omnicells). There is a requirement to support new and trainee staff as and when required. This post requires the post holder to work across all East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust sites; however, a designated base site of the Conquest Hospital will be assigned. About Us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications
Good level of education including GCSE's in Maths & English (C or above) GPhC recognised Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy Service Skills NVQ (QCF) or equivalent Evidence of additional relevant training in pharmacy stores / stock management & customer service Experience
Previous hospital pharmacy experience Customer service experience and understanding of customer needs Pharmacy Stores and Distribution experience Supervision of staff and services Knowledge and experience of pharmacy automated systems such as automated storage systems (Omnicell) and automated dispensing systems (Robotic dispensing) Skills
Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy procedures related to the supply of medicines Knowledge of legislation affecting pharmacy practice Understanding of COSHH for handling hazardous pharmaceuticals Understanding of The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Knowledge of the NHS Constitution. 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. Lead Pharmacy Technician for Operational Services £24,071 to £25,674 a year, pro rata
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A vacancy has arisen for a Pharmacy Operational Supervisor in the Pharmacy Operational Services team at the Conquest Hospital, working primarily within the dispensary and stock distribution services. The post holder will be responsible for organising the daily workload and supervising the team in a busy Pharmacy department. We are looking for an applicant with enthusiasm and innovative thinking. Proven organisational and team leading skills are essential along with good verbal communication skills. Experience of working and supervising in a pharmacy environment is necessary along with an associated NVQ or equivalent qualification. A good standard of health & fitness is necessary as this work can be strenuous. This is a full-time post. Hours include weekend work and bank holiday working on a rota basis. Main Duties of the Job
Working as part of the multi-disciplinary pharmacy team, the role involves the supply of medicines as stock to wards and clinics, the issuing of patient specific medications for in-patients, outpatient clinics and for discharge, stock management, and the day-to-day maintenance of the robotic automatic dispensing system and ward based automated systems (Omnicells). There is a requirement to support new and trainee staff as and when required. This post requires the post holder to work across all East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust sites; however, a designated base site of the Conquest Hospital will be assigned. About Us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications
Good level of education including GCSE's in Maths & English (C or above) GPhC recognised Level 3 qualification in Pharmacy Service Skills NVQ (QCF) or equivalent Evidence of additional relevant training in pharmacy stores / stock management & customer service Experience
Previous hospital pharmacy experience Customer service experience and understanding of customer needs Pharmacy Stores and Distribution experience Supervision of staff and services Knowledge and experience of pharmacy automated systems such as automated storage systems (Omnicell) and automated dispensing systems (Robotic dispensing) Skills
Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy procedures related to the supply of medicines Knowledge of legislation affecting pharmacy practice Understanding of COSHH for handling hazardous pharmaceuticals Understanding of The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Knowledge of the NHS Constitution. 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. Lead Pharmacy Technician for Operational Services £24,071 to £25,674 a year, pro rata
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