Closing Date 4th February 2025 Reference KPHNW/25/01/PAB Due to continued expansion and increased workload Kingsbridge Private Hospital Northwest are currently looking to create a bank list for the role of Pharmacy Assistant within the Pharmacy Department. The successful candidate will be based at Kingsbridge Private Hospital Northwest but may be required to travel to other company locations as and when required. Location: Kingsbridge Private Hospital Northwest, Churchhill House, Ballykelly, BT49 9HS Salary: To Be Confirmed at Interview Department: Pharmacy Contract: Bank Hours: N/A Responsible to: Lead Pharmacist Accountable to: General Manager Job Summary The successful candidate will assist the Pharmacist in preparing and dispensing drugs to patients and healthcare providers. They will dispense prescriptions safely, correctly and in a timely manner. The post holder will be required to receive, record, and store medications coming into the pharmacy. The successful candidate will work closely with other hospital departments to ensure a safe, and efficient management of medicines. Key Responsibilities: To co-operate with the lead Pharmacist responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the pharmacy. Commitment to excellent teamwork whilst adhering to Kingsbridge Private Hospital's standards of service delivery. To be flexible and to cover appropriate workload of colleagues where required. To complete training when required Ensure compliance with legal, professional and hospital requirements at all times Work to own personal professional development plan and identify own training needs as required To be responsible for the general tidiness and adequate stocking of the dispensary and ensure good stock rotation to minimise expired stock. To replenish the dispensary with cartons, bottles and bags daily, and order such consumables when required To be responsible for processing and disposal of medicines returned from wards and departments in line with SOPs. To undertake the day-to-day ordering, receipt and maintenance of medicines, using the pharmacy computer system, according to SOP's, and to assist the Procurement team wherever appropriate. To always ensure the safe and appropriate storage of medicines throughout the hospital To assist with stock control and the maintenance of reasonable stock levels within the dispensary and hospital departments. Delivery of safe, cost-effective pharmacy supply services To deliver to tight deadlines To undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Pharmacist or Lead Pharmacist as and when required The above list is not exhaustive and additional/ alternative tasks may be required from time to time as directed. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.