Hospital Pharmacy Assistant – In-Patient Services

NHS; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Gateshead is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer to join their inpatient services team. The role involves supporting pharmacy services and requires NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Candidates must have a year of pharmacy dispensing experience and be prepared to work on weekends and holidays. The successful applicant will manage pharmaceutical supplies and maintain systems, contributing to a high-quality service for patients.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmacy environment, either community or hospital.
• Must have a good basic education including GCSE grade C in Maths and English.
• 1 year of pharmacy dispensing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the receipt and processing of pharmaceutical items.
• Participate in ordering, supply, and replenishment of pharmaceutical items.
• Maintain good stock management practices.
• Participate in the maintenance of Robotic Dispensing Systems.
• Manage and dispose of pharmaceutical waste.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Skills

Dispensary skills

Excellent IT skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ level 2 Pharmacy Services and Skills

Maths GCSE Grade C or equivalent

English GCSE Grade C or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy Stock Management System (JAC)

Job description

A healthcare provider in Gateshead is looking for a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer to join their inpatient services team. The role involves supporting pharmacy services and requires NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. Candidates must have a year of pharmacy dispensing experience and be prepared to work on weekends and holidays. The successful applicant will manage pharmaceutical supplies and maintain systems, contributing to a high-quality service for patients.