Assistant Technical Officer

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in City Of London seeks a Full Time Qualified Assistant Technical Officer. The role involves various dispensing activities, collaboration with pharmacy staff, and maintaining stock. Candidates should have a Level 2 Pharmacy Apprenticeship and strong communication skills. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a changing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the pharmacy service assistant apprenticeship or equivalent at level 2.
• Previous employment in pharmacy is essential.
• Intermediate computer skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing high quality pharmacy service to patients.
• Perform dispensary and distribution activities including top ups.
• Support the day-to-day running of the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Education

Level 2 Apprenticeship/NVQ/BTEC in pharmacy services

GCSE passes in English and Maths

Tools

Intermediate computer skills

Job description

Job summary: We have a vacancy for a Full Time Qualified Assistant Technical Officer to join the Mile End Pharmacy Dispensary team. The post holder will be an integral part of the team, participating in the full range of dispensing activities. They will also provide top up duties to ensure stock is maintained in the most appropriate way.

You should have great communication and interpersonal skills; be motivated, flexible and adaptable; and be able to work in an ever changing environment.

You will be expected to develop good working relationships with other staff within the pharmacy and the hospital.

All applicants must have completed the pharmacy service assistant apprenticeship or equivalent pharmacy services modules at level 2, covering law & ethics, assembly, supply, and handling stock.

Main duties of the job

• To assist with the provision of a high quality pharmacy service to patients of the Trust
• To undertake general dispensary and distribution activities including ward based top ups
• To assist the technical and professional staff in the day-to-day running of the Department

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential:

• Level 2 Apprenticeship/NVQ/BTEC or equivalent pharmacy services modules
• GCSE passes at grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent

Experience

Essential:

• Previous employment in pharmacy

Desirable:

• Work experience in a hospital pharmacy
• Mental Health Experience
• Experience of directing & instructing staff
• Experience of dealing with the public
• Experience of problem solving
• Experience of ordering and invoicing

Knowledge and Skills

Essential:

• Intermediate computer skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work carefully with attention to detail
• Ability to work unsupervised in an organised manner
• Ability to plan work & meet targets
• Demonstrates an understanding of good time management skills
• Understands the need for written policies and procedures
• Has an understanding of the need for patient confidentiality

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.