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Main duties of the job
To accurately dispense (including generation of labels) in-patient, discharge, and out-patient prescriptions.
To answer telephones promptly and politely, dealing with queries, relaying complete and accurate information.
To recognise self-limitations and refer to an appropriate person when required.
To dispense controlled drugs.
To receive out-patient prescriptions in the dispensary.
To hand to the patient or carer, out-patient prescriptions if deemed appropriate by the Responsible Pharmacist.
To be responsible for the accurate input of data into the pharmacy JAC computer systems for all duties requiring its use (labelling, returns etc.).
To dispense cytotoxic medicines following COSHH regulations. To produce consistently reliable and accurate work in a timely manner.
To perform general housekeeping duties within the dispensaries including cleaning dispensary equipment and ensuring that there are sufficient quantities of sundry items available.
To contribute to the quality improvement of the pharmacy service contributing to audits, practice changes and reviews of the processes.
To achieve objectives agreed at Individual Performance Review with line manager.
Working for our organisation
HHFT Trust values define and develop our culture.
The post holder will be:-
* Compassionate, caring about our patients.
* Accountable and responsible, always looking to improve.
* Respectful for all and show integrity in everything.
* Encouraging and challenging each other to always do our best.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
* GCSE Maths & English (Grade C or above)
* NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy (mandatory units)
Desirable criteria
* NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy (Dispensing Unit)
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Experience of working in a pharmacy
Desirable criteria
* Hospital Pharmacy Experience
Skills & Abilty
Essential criteria
* Computer literate
* Excellent communication skills
* Customer service experience
Our commitment to you:
We are committed to equality and diversity in both the provision of our services and how we recruit and manage our staff. Applications are encouraged from everyone with the necessary attributes for the job, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.
Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.
The paperwork:
* HHFT is committed to putting the safety and care of our patients first - as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues. Therefore, we would recommend that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 and that you understand that we are treating COVID-19 positive patients within our services.
* Shortlisted candidates will be contacted at least 5 working days before the scheduled interview date. Applications will be submitted directly into our preferred third party recruitment system (Trac). All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs via email - please ensure to check your junk/spam folders.
* All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.
* In compliance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to communicate fluently in English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
* This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
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