Job summary We are seeking a highly motivated and reliable Pharmacy Assistant to join our team, providing crucial support across our Main Pharmacy, Satellite Pharmacy and Technical Services departments. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, supporting the delivery of quality Pharmacy services to our patients Your main responsibility will be to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Main Pharmacy, Satellite Pharmacy and Technical Services. Ideally you should have experience in Hospital Pharmacy or community Pharmacy and the NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services qualification or a willingness to work towards it in an agreed timescale for which full support will be provided. You must possess a minimum of four GCSE, grade C or above (or equivalent), including Science, Mathematics and English. You will also need to have good interpersonal and communication skills, be a quick learner, be keen to get involved and be committed to the training programme. The ability to cope with the discipline of studying whilst working as part of a team throughout this busy department is essential and a professional approach is the key to a successful completion of the above qualification. Main duties of the job To assist in the day-to-day operations of the Main Pharmacy, Satellite Pharmacy and Technical Services. Assist with reception service in the Pharmacy, taking receipt and payments for prescriptions and forward for processing. Accurately label and dispense medications as per prescription request. Maintain good stock control and stock rotation by regular expiry date checks, daily stock takes and receipt of goods to the department. Have a basic understanding of professional standards and good aseptic practices define by the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services and Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). About us Friendly and welcoming team, who pride themselves on training and developing staff to achieve their potential. There maybe opportunities to apply for further education via the apprentice course (Pharmacy trainee NVQ Level 3) on successful completion will qualify as a Pharmacy Technician. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £28,720 a year pa incl HCAS Outer pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 199-7068852-FM-NP Job locations Croydon University Hospital 530 London Road Croydon CR7 7YE Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Services 1. Have a basic understanding of professional standards and good aseptic practices define by the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services and Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). 2. To comply with the COSHH regulations (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health). 3. To monitor the environment and equipment within the department to determine that they conform to agreed standards and carry out all necessary validations and accreditations. 4. To assist with the cleaning and maintenance of the clean rooms and equipment to maintain a clean working environment. Ensure all excursions are reported. 5. To ensure all drug transactions are entered accurately onto the Pharmacy stock control programme to minimise stock discrepancies and drug shortage situations. 6. To be responsible for the maintenance of drug storage and rotation of stock, including clinical trials. Complete stock checks and perform expiry checks to minimise financial loss and maintain stock holding. 7. To participate in the development of Technical Service by contributing to team and service reviews. Main Pharmacy Assist with reception service in the Pharmacy, taking receipt and payments for prescriptions and forward for processing. Assist in daily cash reconciliations of prescription charges in accordance with financial policies. Assist under supervision, in the labelling and dispensing of medicines for inpatients, outpatients and patients being discharged from hospital (TTA). Maintain good stock control and stock rotation by regular expiry date checks, daily stock takes and receipt of goods to the department. Assist in maintenance of records; including daily and monthly filing of prescriptions and other documents. Answer telephone calls from wards and departments; pass to appropriate person if required. Provide a general housekeeping service to the main pharmacy, according to standard operating procedures. General duties as requested by departmental managers. Satellite Pharmacy (AMU) Accurately label and dispense medications as per prescription request in Satellite Pharmacy. Assist in managing and monitoring medication stock levels, ensuring that inventory is replenished in a timely manner and shortages are reported. Conduct regular expiry dates checks of medicines and correct disposal methods used according to SOP. Monitor temperature and record results to maintain an accurate log. Maintain a neat, tidy and organised workspace to ensure safety and efficiency in medication handling and dispensing. Adhere to all SOPS and policies pertaining to Satellite Pharmacy to ensure the safe and lawful dispensing of medicines. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Services 1. Have a basic understanding of professional standards and good aseptic practices define by the Quality Assurance of Aseptic Preparation Services and Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). 2. To comply with the COSHH regulations (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health). 3. To monitor the environment and equipment within the department to determine that they conform to agreed standards and carry out all necessary validations and accreditations. 4. To assist with the cleaning and maintenance of the clean rooms and equipment to maintain a clean working environment. Ensure all excursions are reported. 5. To ensure all drug transactions are entered accurately onto the Pharmacy stock control programme to minimise stock discrepancies and drug shortage situations. 6. To be responsible for the maintenance of drug storage and rotation of stock, including clinical trials. Complete stock checks and perform expiry checks to minimise financial loss and maintain stock holding. 7. To participate in the development of Technical Service by contributing to team and service reviews. Main Pharmacy Assist with reception service in the Pharmacy, taking receipt and payments for prescriptions and forward for processing. Assist in daily cash reconciliations of prescription charges in accordance with financial policies. Assist under supervision, in the labelling and dispensing of medicines for inpatients, outpatients and patients being discharged from hospital (TTA). Maintain good stock control and stock rotation by regular expiry date checks, daily stock takes and receipt of goods to the department. Assist in maintenance of records; including daily and monthly filing of prescriptions and other documents. Answer telephone calls from wards and departments; pass to appropriate person if required. Provide a general housekeeping service to the main pharmacy, according to standard operating procedures. General duties as requested by departmental managers. Satellite Pharmacy (AMU) Accurately label and dispense medications as per prescription request in Satellite Pharmacy. Assist in managing and monitoring medication stock levels, ensuring that inventory is replenished in a timely manner and shortages are reported. Conduct regular expiry dates checks of medicines and correct disposal methods used according to SOP. Monitor temperature and record results to maintain an accurate log. Maintain a neat, tidy and organised workspace to ensure safety and efficiency in medication handling and dispensing. Adhere to all SOPS and policies pertaining to Satellite Pharmacy to ensure the safe and lawful dispensing of medicines. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Achieved Grade C or equivalent in Maths, English and Science NVQ level 2 Desirable Customer care skills Knowledge and understanding Essential Understanding stock rotation and stock control Know limit of own responsibility and when to refer COSHH and Health and Safety IT skills word/data input/excel/email Desirable Understanding needs for procedures and quality control Experience and Skills Essential Team working good written and verbal communication skills accuracy and attention to detail good organisational skills Desirable Experience in working in dispensary setting Experience in working in aseptics Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Achieved Grade C or equivalent in Maths, English and Science NVQ level 2 Desirable Customer care skills Knowledge and understanding Essential Understanding stock rotation and stock control Know limit of own responsibility and when to refer COSHH and Health and Safety IT skills word/data input/excel/email Desirable Understanding needs for procedures and quality control Experience and Skills Essential Team working good written and verbal communication skills accuracy and attention to detail good organisational skills Desirable Experience in working in dispensary setting Experience in working in aseptics 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 Croydon Health Services NHS Trust Address Croydon University Hospital 530 London Road Croydon CR7 7YE Employer's website https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)