An opportunity has arisen for a Pharmacy Assistant to join our Stores & Distribution Team to assist in the provision of medications to ward areas as well as working in the Pharmacy Store.
We are looking for an excellent team player who is hardworking and enthusiastic to participate in and support the provision of our services.
Applications are welcome from candidates interested in full and part time hours.
Applicants must have excellent communication skills, a strong desire to learn, and an aptitude for thoroughness and accuracy.
You will join a progressive and well respected pharmacy service which is providing and developing leading edge patient focused care.
Our Vision is to be a first-class provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care for our patients; and being a great place to work for our people. Our Proud to CARE philosophy supports this vision. As members of staff we will always:
• Show COMPASSION – treating everyone with kindness – welcoming diversity and inclusion, considering individual needs; and challenging inappropriate behaviours outside of our values
• AMBITION – Aspiring to be the best – reaching high standards, providing exceptional care and services; and achieving measurable improvements in people’s health and wellbeing
• RESPECT – Valuing and appreciating everyone – listening, learning and acting on their experiences, being open and honest; and recognising that working with others brings benefits
• ENCOURAGEMENT– Opportunities for all – supporting education and development, helping people to bring their improvement ideas to life and speak-up; and getting everyone involved in our future
KEY RESULT AREAS
These are the key areas that support the purpose of the job
• To participate in the provision of stock and non-stock items to wards and departments including the provision of topping up and a range of medicines management duties.
• To support the use of ward automation systems in the control of stock held at ward level.
• To ensure that data entry into pharmacy computer systems is accurate and timely.
• To process orders for medicines under the terms of the site Wholesale dealers license in accordance with relevant SOPs.
• To carry out general stock management duties in all areas of the pharmacy including receipt of goods, transfers, stock counts, stock rotation and investigation of stock discrepancies when necessary.
• To undertake relevant training as required.
This advert closes on Wednesday 25 Sep 2024
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