Job summary This is an exciting one year fixed term opportunity to join a team of Pharmacy professionals delivering a key service to patients attending St Mary's Hospital Portsmouth. The work is both 'back room' and patient facing, and requires the ability to concentrate whilst busy, and maintain an attention to detail amidst interruptions. Tasks include labelling and dispensing medication, including controlled drugs, and undertaking this in a timely, legal, and ethically acceptable manner to meet customer needs. You will provide information to patients on the correct use of medicines, counselling patients and /or providing compliance aids/ cards to minimise barriers to taking the medications as intended and ensure that each patient has sufficient understanding of how to manage their treatment. The role also requires an effective contribution to stock control within the department and on the wards, including participating in stock checks, tracing, and resolving stock discrepancies. Main duties of the job We are seeking a person to provide a professional, efficient, and patient centred pharmacy service who can work well independently and on their own initiative with the ability to prioritise their workload. The successful applicant will be approachable to queries and able to respond in a composed manner even when very busy and be able to signpost where necessary to other areas or staff The role is based in a team and requires the post holder to work as part of that team, acting under supervision, as the workflow dictates. This role requires the holder to assist with the provision of in-house competency-based training and assessment for assistants and trainees within the department About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 449-Team1-1638 Job locations St.Mary's Community Health Campus St Mary's Community Health Campus, Milton Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 6AD Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Registered with General Pharmaceutical council Desirable Willing to train for ACPT qualification and maintain competency once qualified. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent Registered with General Pharmaceutical council Desirable Willing to train for ACPT qualification and maintain competency once qualified. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address St.Mary's Community Health Campus St Mary's Community Health Campus, Milton Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 6AD Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)