Pharmacy Stores & Distribution Assistant Technician

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer in the stores and distribution area. The role involves delivering ward services and supporting both in-patients and out-patients with pharmaceutical services.

The post requires flexibility, motivation and the ability to work with the pharmacy team and follow strict procedures. Full time hours include weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Flexible, highly motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic person.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work effectively with the ward and pharmacy teams and follow strict procedures.

Responsibilities

• Telephone duties: answer queries and take ad hoc orders.
• Assemble orders for distribution to wards and dispensaries; receive medicines for onward supply.
• Undertake stock ordering and supply for wards.
• Maintain stock storage levels and ensure adherence to good distribution practice.
• Assist in maintaining stock levels on wards and departments via the ward top‑up service.
• Participate in the day‑to‑day operation of the automated dispensing robot.

Job description

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer in the stores and distribution area. The role involves delivering ward services and supporting both in-patients and out-patients with pharmaceutical services.

The post requires flexibility, motivation and the ability to work with the pharmacy team and follow strict procedures. Full time hours include weekends and bank holidays.