Pharmacy Assistant: Join Our Dynamic Pharmacy Team

jobs pharmaguidelines; Nuneaton and Bedworth; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant in Nuneaton to ensure efficient receipt and management of pharmacy goods. This full-time permanent position is ideal for those with attention to detail and a passion for healthcare. Responsibilities include receiving goods, problem resolution, and maintaining records. Contact the Lead Pharmacy Technician for more details.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail for checking deliveries against documentation.
• Ability to follow SOPs and resolve delivery issues effectively.
• Competency in recording information manually and using computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Accept and sign for all goods arriving at the pharmacy, ensuring they match delivery notes.
• Identify any issues with deliveries and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including batch numbers and expiry dates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow SOPs

Competency in record keeping

Job description

Overview

Job Details

Posting Date: 22 May 2024

Salary: £22,383.00 per year

Hours: Full time

Closing Date: 09 June 2024

Location: Nuneaton, CV10 7DJ

Company: NHS Jobs

Job Type: Permanent

Job Reference: C9230-24-0287

Summary

NHS Jobs is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to join our team in Nuneaton. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and accurate receipt and management of pharmacy goods. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for supporting healthcare, this permanent full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Receiving Goods: Accept and sign for all goods arriving at the pharmacy, ensuring they match delivery notes and orders, excluding controlled drugs which must be verified by a pharmacist.
• Problem Resolution: Identify any issues with deliveries and implement appropriate corrective actions in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including batch numbers and expiry dates, both manually and in the pharmacy computer system, ensuring a reliable audit trail for product recall or finance department queries.
• Working Hours:
• Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 5.30pm (1-hour lunch break)
• Rotational Weekends & Bank Holidays: 9.00am to 5.00pm (30-minute lunch break)

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail for checking deliveries against documentation.
• Ability to follow SOPs and resolve delivery issues effectively.
• Competency in recording information manually and using computer systems.

Additional Information

Contact: For further details or an informal chat about the role, please contact Alistair Jones, Lead Pharmacy Technician at 024 76153296.

Interview Preparation: If invited for an interview, arranging a visit to the department prior to the interview is highly recommended.