Job summary This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System Organisations within scope are as follows: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board Southern Health Foundation Trust Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust University Hospital Southampton Solent NHS Trust South Central Ambulance Service Isle of Wight NHS Trust Hampshire Hospitals Main duties of the job Band 2 : £23,615 per annum Full-Time : 37.5 hours per week Permanent Are you looking for an exciting career? We are looking for an enthusiastic and determined individual to join our well-established team who will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and modern pharmacy service by undertaking activities within the pharmacy and at ward level which contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of medicines to patients. If you are new to pharmacy or have never worked in a hospital setting before, please do not be discouraged from applying as full training will be provided. The team are friendly, helpful and by all working together, we deliver a service that we are proud of. About us Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number REF1131S Job locations Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Job description Job responsibilities You will be responsible for and part of ordering, receiving, maintaining and supplying stock medicines to wards and departments. To provide support to the dispensary services for receiving and assembling prescriptions and any other pharmaceutical work appropriate to the level of training, knowledge and experience, in order to participate in the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services across the Trust Collect and deliver pharmaceutical orders, including the safe loading and maneuvering of delivery trolleys, cages and pallets and, where appropriate, use of electric pallet pump-up fork lift (training required). Treating all customers with courtesy and showing consideration for patients privacy and dignity at all times, to ensure that Pharmacy is regarded as a professional and caring organisation. Assist with reception duties, taking in prescriptions, and the day to day running of the staff hatch and associated work streams Job description Job responsibilities You will be responsible for and part of ordering, receiving, maintaining and supplying stock medicines to wards and departments. To provide support to the dispensary services for receiving and assembling prescriptions and any other pharmaceutical work appropriate to the level of training, knowledge and experience, in order to participate in the safe and effective delivery of pharmacy services across the Trust Collect and deliver pharmaceutical orders, including the safe loading and maneuvering of delivery trolleys, cages and pallets and, where appropriate, use of electric pallet pump-up fork lift (training required). Treating all customers with courtesy and showing consideration for patients privacy and dignity at all times, to ensure that Pharmacy is regarded as a professional and caring organisation. Assist with reception duties, taking in prescriptions, and the day to day running of the staff hatch and associated work streams Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 qualification including maths, English and a science, or equivalent qualifications OR Work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field. Desirable Level 2 qualification/GCSE higher pass or above including maths, English and a science. equivalent qualifications OR Work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field. Skills and Knowledge Essential Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Computer skills Able to prioritise workload Able to distinguish accurately between similar products Able to use initiative whilst knowing when to refer Able to work alone and/or flexibly in a team. Desirable Customer Care skills Understanding of Stock control Pharmacy Services Assistant/Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent to meet the requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Experience Essential Experience of team work Experience of customer focussed, caring field Working with formal procedures Desirable Hospital experience Manual handling and use of pallet trucks Compiling orders Experience of stock control/handling Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 qualification including maths, English and a science, or equivalent qualifications OR Work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field. Desirable Level 2 qualification/GCSE higher pass or above including maths, English and a science. equivalent qualifications OR Work experience that demonstrates comparable ability in a similar field. Skills and Knowledge Essential Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Computer skills Able to prioritise workload Able to distinguish accurately between similar products Able to use initiative whilst knowing when to refer Able to work alone and/or flexibly in a team. Desirable Customer Care skills Understanding of Stock control Pharmacy Services Assistant/Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent to meet the requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Experience Essential Experience of team work Experience of customer focussed, caring field Working with formal procedures Desirable Hospital experience Manual handling and use of pallet trucks Compiling orders Experience of stock control/handling Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)