Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer

Ekhuft; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer to join their pharmacy department. This role involves dispensing medications and providing customer service, with full training provided. Ideal candidates will be organized, eager to learn, and capable of working independently. Support for obtaining NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services is available for those without prior qualifications.

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and capable of organizing work.
• No previous pharmacy experience required; training provided.
• Support to enroll in NVQ level 2 for candidates without it.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing in-patient and outpatient prescriptions.
• Assisting in the sale of pharmacy medicines.
• Providing excellent customer service and handling inquiries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Initiative

Education

NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services

Job description

Join to apply for the Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer role at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust.

East Kent University NHS Foundation Trust (EKUFT) has an exciting and challenging new role within the pharmacy department. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join our dynamic and lively team. The post holder will be responsible for supplying medications to service users across the Trust.

Dispensing duties will include dispensing in-patient and outpatient prescriptions and assisting in the sale of pharmacy medicines. No previous experience in pharmacy is required, as full in-house training will be provided.

We are looking for applicants who are eager to learn, capable of organizing and prioritizing their work to meet deadlines, and able to work using their own initiative. While an NVQ level 2 in pharmacy services is preferred, candidates without this qualification will be supported to enroll and work towards achieving it.

Previous applicants need not apply.

As a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team supporting reception and dispensing services for both in-patients and out-patients within the Pharmacy Department. You will lead in providing excellent customer service and act as a role model to other members of the dispensary team.

You will be able to handle inquiries efficiently, politely, and courteously, providing caring and helpful services to staff, patients, and the public.

To work within the scope of the Job Description and Standard Operating Procedures.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Our values emphasize care, safety, respect, and making a difference. We embrace a new way of working called 'We care', empowering frontline staff to lead improvements daily. We seek compassionate individuals to join us in our ongoing journey to improve care for patients, families, and carers.

Applications should be written by the applicant. If AI programs are used in the application process, it may be rejected as the application is a vital part of the assessment. Support for application writing is available for those with declared disabilities.

Please note: If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, you must declare this on your application form. We can only sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles at Band 5 and above. We cannot offer sponsorship for this role.

For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Marie Smith
Job title: Dispensary Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]