Pharmacy Assistant (Bank)

Nuffield Health Group; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuffield Health Derby Hospital is seeking a Bank Pharmacy Assistant to support the Pharmacy team in delivering an efficient service. You will work under the supervision of a Pharmacist, handling stock management, dispensing preparation and customer assistance.

Role involves stock checks, procurement support, reception of goods, invoice queries, and contributing to branch housekeeping, with some weekend hours in a flexible pattern. Training and SOPs guide daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Some experience within a pharmacy environment or healthcare background.
• Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills / GPhC recognised equivalent qualification or ability to work towards qualification which would be commenced within 3 months of employment and completed within agreed timescale.
• 4 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and assist with procurement of pharmaceutical stock.
• Receive goods, check against purchase orders and resolve any issues.
• Review invoice queries and support stock checks in designated areas.
• Assist with supplying stock to other departments and participate in stock takes.
• Store medicines securely and ensure proper environmental conditions.
• Assist with dispensing activities under supervision of Pharmacist and provide basic customer advice.

Skills

pharmacy experience

communication skills

flexible hours

Education

Level 2 NVQ / GPhC equivalent

Job description

Our Pharmacy currently have an opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant. Start your journey with us whilst we’ll support you to be your best. To assist the Pharmacy team by providing pharmacy support to deliver an efficient Pharmacy service. All tasks will be carried out under the supervision of a Pharmacist following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). As a Bank Pharmacy Assistant you will;

Responsibilities

• To monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels
• To assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
• To receive goods in appropriately checking against purchase orders/delivery notes, dealing with issues/anomalies as they arise and escalating appropriately
• To review invoice queries as appropriate
• To monitor stock levels within the pharmacy department
• To monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups
• To assist with supplying stock to other departments
• To participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
• To store all pharmaceutical products appropriately maintaining security and correct environmental conditions
• To carry out expiry date checking of pharmaceutical stock in designated areas and record appropriately
• To dispose of medicines in accordance with statutory requirements
• To manage the stock supply of emergency drugs in accordance with local resuscitation policies
• To assemble monthly stock evaluation reports

Dispensary and Patient Services

• To assist in the dispensing of medicines accurately selecting the correct quantity of medicine required and assembling, labelling and processing them in a safe, efficient and timely manner
• To carry out final accuracy check on dispensed items within scope of qualification and experience
• To provide basic advice to customers under the supervision of the Pharmacist, understanding when to refer on appropriately
• To assemble pre-packed or over- labelled batches of medicines for out of hours dispensing

Team support To provide general administrative support to the department

• To clean and restore equipment and work areas, leaving them in a suitable condition for future use.
• To maintain appropriate levels of Pharmacy consumable items within the department e.g. cartons, bags, labels etc.
• To identify any problems within work areas, including equipment, pharmacy orders, medicines, prescriptions, signed orders and escalated appropriately.
• To assist with storing all documentation within recommendations for the retention of pharmacy records
• To assist with workplace audits as required by the Pharmacy Manager
• To follow the correct procedures and any relevant policies and guidelines at all times including all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control policy and guidelines., Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad‑hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.
  Good standard of general education, with proven literacy and numeracy.

Experience, Knowledge & Expertise - Essential

• Some experience within a pharmacy environment or healthcare background
• Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills / GPhC recognised equivalent qualification or ability to work towards qualification which would be commenced within 3 months of employment and completed within agreed timescale 4 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science or equivalent.

IT Skills Good communication skills

• Flexible working hours (including some Saturday working)

Role Specific Competencies Teamwork, customer focus, self-development, understanding and improving the business.

Build a brighter future while you're helping us build a healthier nation. At Nuffield Health, our approach is to fully integrate medicines into a personalised pathway of patient care. That means you'll benefit from a way of working that allows you to do the best job you can. It's everything you need to grow your career. It starts with you., The Nuffield Health Derby Hospital is a modern, purpose‑built hospital with 38 en‑suite beds, three operating theatres, and together with a comprehensive range of outpatient services. The Radiology department is a small but busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, MRI and CT. Set in beautiful grounds, we're about 3 miles from the city centre, within easy reach of all major roads and bus routes.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £35.00 a month.