- NVQ level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences (or equivalent experience)
- Ability to travel independently around Cheshire District
- Willingness to undertake NVQ level 3 or equivalent
- Full Driving Licence
- At least 2 years experience of working in community/hospital pharmacy
- Experience of working in a prison environment or similar setting
- Knowledge of medicines management issues
- Good clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminology
- Computer literate- able to use Word and Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Has a good understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues
- Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems
- Influencing skills
- Knowledge of GP practice computer systems
- Patient counselling skills
- Has a good understanding of security issues in relation to the prison environment
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Dispensing Assistant - Morpeth, United Kingdom - Spectrum Community Health CIC
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Job summary
The post holder will, under the guidance of the Pharmacy Manager (Prison Healthcare) and Pharmacy Technician (Prison Healthcare), assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and cost-effective pharmaceutical service to prisoners.
Main duties of the job
Operational service deliveryo To assist the Spectrum Community Health (SCH) prison pharmacy team to deliver pharmacy services to ensure continuity of supply of medicineso To contribute to the timely and efficient supply of dispensed medicines toprisonerso To work within locally approved policies and standard operating procedureso To assist the prison pharmacy team in the review of repeat prescribingsystems and assisting prison healthcare staff in the implementation ofimprovements that ensure robust systems are in placeo To assist the prison pharmacy team in responding to all major MHRA drugalerts through facilitation of appropriate action within prison healthcare over an appropriate timeframe and to support any medication changes that occur as a resulto To assist the prison pharmacy team in undertaking clinical audit and sharing the outcomes of the audits, in order to facilitate improvement and changes in practiceo To assist the prison pharmacy team with preparing user-friendly resources and information that support health professionals in the implementation of national guidance and promotes rational, cost-effective prescribing Medicines bulletin, prescribing tips
About us
BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE
We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.
Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you
Access to NHS PensionAnnual leave on your BirthdayRefer a friend schemeTraining and Development opportunitiesFlexible WorkingAccess to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmesUp to 33 days annual leave
Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.
We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.
Our MissionHolistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities
Our VisionQuality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person SpecificationQualifications
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Knowledge
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Skills
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