Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Dispenser to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wealstun, a category C Prison located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire. Which is based 30 minute from Leeds, and 5 minutes from the A1 just off Boston Spa.
Hours Shifts fall between the hours of 7:30am-5:30pm Monday to Sunday Youll receive an annual salary up to 27,195 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK on a permanent basis and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As a Pharmacy Dispenser, your responsibilities will vary. You will
1. Complete general dispensary duties and stock management
2. Working as an active member of the Pharmaceutical team to ensure delivery of the pharmaceutical service
3. Provide a timely and efficient service to the prison wings.
4. Receive prescriptions and stick returns from wing based clinical areas.
5. Collect orders from suppliers from the Main Gate and arrange collection of return.
6. Participate in dispensing of prescriptions.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
7. Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
8. Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
9. 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
10. we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
11. we act with integrity
12. we embrace diversity
13. we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required
14. NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills/equivalent
15. Medicines handing experience desirable not essential
16. Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent
17. Excellent communication skills
18. Good IT skills and IT literacy
19. A non-judgemental approach and compassionate approach
20. Ability to work within a busy environment
21. Ability to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Dispenser to join our Pharmacy team at HMP Wealstun, a category C Prison located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire. Which is based 30 minute from Leeds, and 5 minutes from the A1 just off Boston Spa.
Hours Shifts fall between the hours of 7:30am-5:30pm Monday to Sunday Youll receive an annual salary up to 27,195 per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK on a permanent basis and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
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