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Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice
Apply From: 14/01/2025
Learning Provider
Delivered by OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Employer
OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Vacancy Description
Main duties under supervision include:
* To complete all work set by your assessor
* To efficiently undertake basic dispensary duties which may include the following duties as directed
* To unpack pharmacy medicine deliveries, check the delivery and place for loading into the robot
* To put away medicines into their correct locations and maintain clean and tidy storage areas
* To expiry date check medicines and rotate the stocks to ensure medicines are used in date order and avoid waste
* To provide support to the pharmacy reception including processing payments, filing prescription paperwork and taking in prescriptions from patients
* To provide support to the pharmacy portering service including the delivery of sealed medicine pouches to ward areas and supporting the IV fluid top ups
* To be trained to competently dispense and label medicines for inpatient use in accordance with the dispensary procedures
* To be trained to use the pharmacy computer system to obtain information, print labels and to load the robot
* To answer/deal with queries, both face to face and via the telephone, take messages and pass them on to the relevant member of staff in an appropriate and timely manner
* To maintain filing systems in line with organisations policies and procedures
* To assist with the ordering and maintenance of medicine supplies
* To be a flexible and supportive member of the team
* To maintain strict confidentiality at all times
* Attend and take part in team meetings & regular reviews with line manager
* To prepare for and attend assessment meetings and participate in relevant training
* Throughout the training period the post holder will be expected to complete all training as required including functional skills if required, trust statutory and mandatory training as well as any study sessions provided by the Education & Training team
* To adhere to the local and national Health and Safety regulations and the organisations Policies and Procedures
* To sign a learning contract with the training provider and adhere to the agreement
* To be responsible for the use of physical equipment and to report any defects in equipment as appropriate
Key Details
Vacancy Title
Pharmacy Assistant Apprentice
Employer Description
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has a rich tradition of developing nursing and midwifery practice and of delivering excellence in patient care. Whilst proud of our heritage, our focus is the future and central to our vision is providing evidence-based individualised care to the people we support.
Vacancy Location
JOHN RADCLIFFE HOSPITAL HEADLEY WAY OXFORD OX3 9DU
Wage Frequency
Custom
Number of Vacancies
3
Vacancy Reference Number
1000295709
Key Dates
Apply From
14/01/2025
Closing Date For Applications
2025-01-24 23:59:59
Interview Begin From
Possible Start Date
2025-03-01 00:00:00
Training
Training to be Provided
During your 15-month contract full practical in-house training will be provided, you will undertake a level 2 Specialist BTEC in The Principles and Practices for Pharmacy Support Staff (Apprenticeship). This will provide you with the skills to work as a Pharmacy Assistant, alongside the knowledge you will need to support your pharmacy career. You must be a team player, keen to further your education, and have a good attention to detail as well as the ability to work accurately in a busy environment and be able to communicate clearly with patients and staff. Successful applicants will be based at the John Radcliffe Hospital within the Pharmacy department. This role will also include a rotation to our Pharmacy Procurement & Distribution Unit.
Learning Provider
OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Details
Jane Yarnell
Vacancy Type
Skills Required
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non-judgemental, Patience
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