Assistant Technical Officer - Coventry, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

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Coventry, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Would you like to start a rewarding career in the National Health Service undertaking training to obtain a QCF Level 2 in Pharmacy Services? Or perhaps you are already a qualified QCF (formerly NVQ) Level 2 Pharmacy Assistant looking for a change.

We are looking for a dedicated, organised and motivated person to join us as Assistant Technical Officer.

Previous applicants need not apply.

You will rotate through the Dispensary, Ward services and Stores sections at both University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross Hospital at Rugby, as well as our Aseptic department gaining experience and undertaking additional training if required.

Applicants should have good communication & organisational skills; be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and able to work well in an environment of change and transition.

Applicants must also have good computer skills and be able to work well under pressure.

You must be willing to learn and take responsibility, working well within a diverse team consisting of Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacists, Nurses and Clerical staff.

You will also be expected to develop good working relationships with other departments within the Pharmacy and Hospital.

You will work closely with the rest of the pharmacy team to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to all patients within the Trust, whether in a dispensary or ward based aspect.

We pride ourselves on our pharmacy mission statement:
'Delivering patient focused excellence in medicines use'

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellencedesignated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.

Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire )

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society.

We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.

We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Supply pharmaceuticals including controlled drugs, aseptically prepared products and cytotoxics from the dispensary, pharmacy stores and pharmacy aseptic unit to patients, wards and departments against signed requisitions. This may include limited dispensing and manufacturing and is carried out following departmental SOP's and under the direct supervision of a technician or pharmacist.
Carry out the requisitioning, distribution (movement of stock) and receipt of stock in all pharmacy departments and on wards (ward top-ups incorporating Omnicell automated cabinets) utilising the stock control programme on the pharmacy management (computer) system.
Receive into the department (this includes dispensary, stores and aseptic unit) work requests for patients and wards. Provide the patient or ward staff with appropriate information on how the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Answer any basic queries concerning the supply of medication from patients or staff members, including phone queries, referring them to a technician or pharmacist to answer any clinical or technical query.
Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Adhere to cleaning and hygiene procedures in the aseptic unit. Ensure stock is rotated and in date. Following the 'returns' procedure ensure all excess stock is removed from wards and returned to pharmacy stock.
Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.
Work flexibly across all of pharmacy departments at UHCW and Rugby St Cross Hospital, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.
Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.
Participate in Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
Participate in weekend, late night and Bank Holiday working as may be required.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.

Please see attached Job description for further details.