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    Trainee or Senior Pharmacy Assistant - York, United Kingdom - York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

    York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
    York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust York, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Permanent
    Description

    Job summary

    We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual interested in developing skills within hospital pharmacy services. You will gain experience in the pharmacy dispensary whilst working towards a Level 2 qualification in pharmacy. Previous pharmacy experience would be an advantage, however full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

    Applications are also welcomed from candidates that already hold a recognised Level 2 qualification in pharmacy. These applicants, if successful at interview will be appointed at a band 3.

    You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be able to adapt to changing demands and be committed to providing a high quality patient focused service.

    Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above or an equivalent qualification. Candidates must also meet the essential criteria of the person specification

    Main duties of the job

    The role of the successful candidate will include:

  • Dispensing discharge, inpatient, specialist outpatient and outside unit prescription requests.
  • Dispensing discharge and stock controlled drug prescription requests.
  • Ensuring the pharmacy waste and medication returns are dealt with appropriately and disposed of or returned according to Trust waste guidelines and departmental procedures.
  • Providing reception and delivery support where applicable.
  • Ordering and maintaining stock as part of an allocated weekly ward top-up.
  • Participation in the weekend and bank holiday rota.

    • About us

    Our benefits

    We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
  • 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.
  • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
  • 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.

    Job description

    Job 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 you 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 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.

    Armed Forces Friendly Employer

    We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

    COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

    Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

    Person Specification

    Education

    Essential

  • Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification/. You must have proof of qualifications.

    • Experience

    Essential

  • Ability to work to protocols, procedures and SOPs and suggest changes.

    • Desirable

  • Pharmacy experience.
  • Hospital pharmacy experience.

    • Skills

    Essential

  • Ability to use a range of computer programmes relevant to the post

    • Aptitude

    Essential

  • Appropriate attention to detail
  • Effective use of initiative.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and alone.
  • Understands the needs of customers, including patients and staff.
  • Flexible to changing work routines and demands
  • Ability to plan & prioritise own workload in the face of changing demands.
  • Effective time management and ability to work within time constraints.
  • Ability to handle moderate loads
  • Good communication & interpersonal skills

    • Values

    Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: - Kindness - Openness - Pursue Excellence
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