We have an excellent opportunity within our friendly department for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our strong pharmacy team in delivering a high-quality service to our patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for something a little more challenging? Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a flexible approach to work? Do you have an eye for detail, good communication skills, and a desire to work within a friendly team? If you answered "YES" to these questions, how would you like to become a pharmacy assistant and join our large, friendly pharmacy team at Morriston? The role we have on offer is a rotational position and will involve working within the pharmacy stores, procurement & distribution, and Dispensary.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing a pharmacy ward top-up service to allocated ward(s) and receiving stock from suppliers within the pharmacy store.
2. Assisting in the delivery and collection of pharmacy items to and from wards and departments.
3. Dispensing prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients within the Dispensary, as well as greeting patients and staff at our reception.
The reception area is a busy, dynamic environment where you will be able to use all your communication skills to their full potential. Previous pharmacy experience is desirable but not necessary as training will be given in all aspects of the job, including the use of the computer system. You will also be expected to attain the NVQ Level 2 within 12 months of taking up the post. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills combined with good time management and organisational skills.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married, or in a civil partnership; or whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together, and Always Improving - show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* 5 GCSE A to C grade or equivalent
Experience
* Previous experience of working in hospital or community pharmacy
Skills and Personal Attributes
* Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Be computer literate, being able to use Microsoft Office and have basic keyboard skills
* Undertake all manual handling duties
* Well organized
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.
£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata
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