Band 3 Locum Pharmacy Assistant (Dispensary) – Southend-on-Sea

Pulsejobs.com; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Locum Pharmacy Assistant for a temporary role in Westcliff-on-Sea. This position involves dispensing medications, supporting pharmacy operations, and contributing to patient care. Ideal for candidates looking to enhance their career within the NHS, this role offers valuable experience and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Holds the NVQ Level 2 in pharmaceutical services or equivalent.
• Previous hospital experience in a similar role is essential.
• Prior NHS experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and hand out prescriptions.
• Provide support services in the pharmacy department.
• Perform ward top-ups and manage medications.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

High-quality patient care

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2 in pharmaceutical services

Equivalent dispensing qualification

Job description

Role:Locum Pharmacy Assistant (Dispensary)
Banding:Band 3
Location:Westcliff-on-Sea
Start Date:ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Working Pattern:Full-time
Rate:£13 – £15 per hour

About the role:

The Pharmacy team at Pulse is looking seeking dedicated and experienced Pharmacy Assistants to join our dynamic team in Westcliff-on-Sea. This role is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers within the NHS, with opportunities for permanent positions and management roles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will dispense and hand out prescriptions. You will dispense inpatient and outpatient medications. You will provide support services to the Pharmacy department, including the receipt of orders, storage, and supply of pharmaceuticals, controlled drugs, and other stocks. You will perform ward top-ups.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Essential:
  • Holds the NVQ Level 2 in pharmaceutical services or OR the NPA or an equivalent dispensing qualification.
  • Previous hospital experience in a similar role is essential.
  • Prior NHS experience (desirable).
• Desirable:
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
  • Ability to work under pressure.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.