Oncology Pharmacy Assistant - Technical Services

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Wells; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care. This role offers an opportunity to utilize your skills in communication and organization while working in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for managing stock control and ensuring the accuracy of information. With a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, this organization values the unique contributions of each staff member, fostering a culture of growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Essential GCSE qualifications in English and Maths.
• Desirable NVQ qualifications in pharmacy and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock control and ordering processes.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Math skills

Ability to plan and prioritise workload

Attention to detail

Word processing and IT skills

Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in English Language

GCSE Grade C or above in Maths

NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services

NVQ Customer Service

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We've provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at enhanced level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GCSE Grade C or above in English Language and Maths.

Desirable criteria

• NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services
• NVQ Customer Service

Experience/ Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Previous experience of stock control and ordering
• Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential information

Desirable criteria

• Working knowledge of Pharmacy computer systems
• Experience of working in Pharmacy

Skills

Essential criteria

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and maths skills
• Ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload and refer problems as appropriate
• Ability to have constant attention to detail and produce accurate work

Desirable criteria

• Excellent word processing and IT skills
• Able to work alone and as part of a team

In the event that we receive a high volume of applications, we may need to close the application process earlier than planned. To avoid missing out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please contact the Recruiting Manager for an informal discussion should you have any queries relating to the role for which you are applying.

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints, and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that experts in the workplace assess our staff and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Good luck! We look forward to welcoming you to our exceptional team!

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 448.4KB)
• Staff Benefits (PDF, 63.4KB)
• Tips when completing your application (PDF, 50.6KB)
• Pharmacy - Job Pack (PDF, 473.2KB)
• Core Clinical Services Job Pack (PDF, 937.8KB)