Job overview
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual interested in working within a hospital pharmacy setting. You will gain experience in ward-based working and the pharmacy dispensary whilst working towards a pharmacy qualification.
Applications are welcome from those who have already completed a level 2 pharmacy qualification. If you already have the required qualifications and skills then you will start the role as a band 3.
Previous pharmacy experience would be an advantage, however full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be well organised, have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be able to adapt to changing demands, be committed to providing a high quality patient focused service and be someone who is proactive.
Core service hours are Monday to Friday 08:45 – 17:15 and you will contribute to the weekend rota (roughly 1 in 8) and bank holiday rota (roughly 1 per year).
Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths & English at grade C or above or an equivalent qualification and meet the essential criteria of the job specification.
Main duties of the job
The role of the successful candidate will include:
1. Working closely with the ward-based Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists
2. Supporting the safe and secure storage of medicines on the wards
3. Assessing patients own medication to check it’s suitability for use
4. Maintaining medication supplies for inpatients on allocated wards by completing regular locker checks
5. Ensuring efficient use of medicines by facilitating the safe transfer of medication around the hospital
6. Prioritising and facilitating discharges
7. Dispensing inpatient and discharge prescriptions
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at the hospital site. Remote interviews will not be available.
Working for our organisation
For further information about working for out Trust, please visit:
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
8. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
9. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
10. 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. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
11. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
12. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
13. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
14. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
15. 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.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
16. Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above – or equivalent qualification. You must have proof of qualifications.
Desirable criteria
17. QCF level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services – to include units relevant to post. You must have proof of qualifications.
Experience
Essential criteria
18. Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOP’s and suggests changes
Desirable criteria
19. Pharmacy experience.
20. Hospital pharmacy experience.
21. 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.
Skills
Essential criteria
22. Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post
Aptitude
Essential criteria
23. Appropriate attention to detail.
24. Effective use of initiative.
25. Ability to work in a team environment and alone.
26. Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff.
27. Flexible to changing work routines and demands
28. Ability to plan & prioritise own workload in the face of changing demands.
29. Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints.
30. Ability to handle moderate loads
31. Good communication & interpersonal skills
Values
Essential criteria
32. Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: Kind - Open - Pursue Excellence