Pharmacy Assistant

George Eliot Hospital; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to patient care by processing pharmaceutical stock and delivering medications. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or be willing to train towards it. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and effective communication, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a friendly and supportive environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

On-site nursery

27 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Extensive training

Buy/sell annual leave

Subsidised restaurant

Tranquility garden

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmacy or hospital pharmacy roles is preferred.
• Training for NVQ Level 2 will be considered for suitable candidates.

Responsibilities

• Process and pick pharmaceutical stock for wards and clinical areas.
• Receive and sign for goods, maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Pharmaceutical stock processing

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Pharmacy-related NVQ Level 2 modules

Tools

WellSky system

Job description

37.5 hours per week (Days to be discussed at interview) (Rotational weekend working, late night and bank holidays)

Permanent

Salary: £24,169 per annum (75% for 12 months if undertaking apprenticeship)

Interview Date: TBC

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Main duties of the job

• This role involves processing and picking pharmaceutical stock for ward/clinical areas, visiting wards for pharmacy top-up services, and delivering medication as needed. You will use the pharmacy robot and WellSky system, maintaining a clean environment.
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or equivalent, e.g., NPA Dispensary Assistants Course) is required to be eligible.
• Training and enrolment onto the apprenticeship NVQ Level 2 will be considered for suitable candidates with the right skills and enthusiasm.

About us

At George Eliot, our vision is to 'excel at patient care'. We are a clinically-led acute service provider committed to high-quality, safe, and responsive services delivered by compassionate staff. Our values include effective communication, excellence and safety, challenge and support, respect and dignity, and inspiring local health.

Benefits include: On-site nursery, minimum 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, extensive training, buy/sell annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquility garden.

Job responsibilities

• Receiving and signing for goods, checking against delivery notes, and recording in the system, with specific procedures for controlled drugs.
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries for audit and recall purposes.

For detailed responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and personal specification.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (with 1-hour lunch)
• Rotational weekends, including bank holidays: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (with 30-minute lunch)
• Late night rota

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in similar roles, pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, and team working.

Qualifications and Training

• Progress towards NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.
• Pharmacy-related NVQ Level 2 modules.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read instructions, work independently, carry out routine tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills and ability to recognize limitations.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, friendly, flexible, and mature.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.