Pharmacy Support Worker

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a friendly and hardworking individual to join our busy Pharmacy Procurement Team with Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust. You will be working in the expanding Pharmacy Invoicing Team.

The Pharmacy Invoicing Team works closely with the Pharmacy Purchasing and Receipts Teams, to enable the smooth and timely acquisition of medicines into the Trust.

Unfortunately, this role does not offer any form of sponsorship.

Although there are significant periods of sitting at a desk on the computer, manual handling duties such as lifting will be required (if necessary, with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act).

This is a full-time position (37.5 hrs per week) and may include Weekend and Bank Holiday working on a rota basis.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

This role is office based and involves processing invoices for payment, reviewing statements and adjusting stock levels, using the Pharmacy Computer system.

Other duties include collating, recording, filing, scanning and maintaining of documents.

You will need to have IT experience, show attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication and an ability to be self-motivated.

Person specification

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications / Training Required

Essential criteria

• Commitment to complete NVQ 2 in Pharmacy or other Level 2 approved GPhC qualification for pharmacy support, within 18 months of working
• Numerate and literate demonstrating ability to pass test at interview

Desirable criteria

• 2 GCSE’s or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
• Other healthcare qualifications
• GCSE’s in science-based or other role specific relevant subjects

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential criteria

• Use of information technology in the workplace or within education or voluntary sector
• Standard keyboard skills

Desirable criteria

• Previous pharmacy/laboratory experience (hospital or community)
• Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
• Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
• Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)
• Use of till and / or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only)

Aptitudes And Skills Required

Essential criteria

• Customer service skills in the workplace or voluntary sector
• Communicate effectively with others in English both in speaking and writing
• Ability to follow procedures
• Attention to detail and accurate working
• Demonstrate times when able to work effectively under pressure
• Motivated and self-reliant and organised
• Adaptable particularly able to work in busy, noisy and changing environments

Desirable criteria

• Able to work independently and prioritise work with limited supervision