Pharmacy Distribution Assistant

Medway NHS Foundation Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Maidstone is recruiting for a Pharmacy Distribution Assistant. The successful applicant will undertake general supply, distribution, and inventory management duties in the Pharmacy. This role involves assisting the Pharmacy team and participating in dispensary duties. Candidates are required to work towards Level 2 in Pharmacy services, with support provided for this achievement.

Qualifications

• Ability to work towards Level 2 in Pharmacy services with support.
• Experience in supply and distribution management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Pharmacy reception duties and general dispensary duties.
• Support and assist all members of the Pharmacy team.
• Contribute to achieving operational objectives.

Education

Level 2 in Pharmacy services

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for a Pharmacy Distribution Assistant who shares our ambition and vision to deliver the Best of Care by the Best People and has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.

To undertake general supply, distribution and inventory management duties within the Pharmacy to meet the needs and expectations of our service users.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Pharmacy reception duties and general dispensary duties including dispensing as required, including dispensing controlled drugs for wards and patients.
• Support and assist all members of the Pharmacy team.
• Contribute to achieving operational objectives within the Pharmacy and Trust’s Patient First strategy where applicable.

Qualifications and Development

• The successful applicant(s) will be required to work towards a Level 2 in Pharmacy services. Full support will be provided for this achievement.

Values and Culture

Our values are Bold, Every Person Counts, Sharing and Open and Together. It is important that you understand and refer to our values when completing your application and reflect them throughout your employment with the Trust.

We are committed to endorsing diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion; our policies/procedures ensure that all applicants are treated fairly at every stage of the recruitment process.

About Medway

To contribute to our exciting future and become part of our team, apply today. Medway NHS Foundation Trust is focused on teamwork and delivering patient-centered care as part of a broader transformation journey aligned with our Patient First strategy.