Rotational Pharmacy Assistant

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Rotational Pharmacy Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team across dispensary, distribution, procurement and technical services. The role involves dispensing, ward top-up supply and assisting with medicine handling, with training provided.

The ideal candidate will have IT, time management and communication skills, and be prepared to work towards NVQ Level 2, with GCSEs in Maths, English and Science.

Qualifications

• Preferably hold NVQ Level 2 and GCSEs at grade C or above in Maths, English and Science.
• Training will be provided toward NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Dispense inpatient and outpatient prescriptions and handle reception duties.
• Provide wards with medicines via top-up service.
• Assist with receipt of medicines and handling bulk fluids.
• Work in clean rooms preparing cytotoxic medicines.

Skills

IT skills

Time management

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2

GCSE Maths/English/Science grade C+

Job description

As a Rotational Pharmacy Assistant, you will be a vital member of the team working alongside Pharmacy Technicians, Student Technicians and Pharmacists, as well as the wider multidisciplinary team and members of the public. This rotational role involves working in the following areas;

• Dispensary- dispensing inpatient and outpatient prescriptions as well as reception duties
• Distribution - providing the wards with medicines top-up service
• Procurement - assisting with the receipt of medicines, this includes moving and handling boxes of bulk fluids
• Technical Services - working in the clean rooms to assist with the preparation of cytotoxic medicines, Any successful applicant will be expected to participle in flexible working which will include weekend, late duty and Bank Holiday rotas as required.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Rotational Pharmacy Assistant to join the team. Applicants should have good IT and time management skills, good communication and organisational skills, be a team player and preferably have pharmaceutical experience holding NVQ level 2 qualification. This is not essential as training will be given and you would be expected to work towards your NVQ level 2 qualification or equivalent, you will be required to have a good standard of education and GCSEs at grade C or above in Maths, English and Science.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in.