Senior Pharmacy Assistant

Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chorley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Chorley is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support medication supply and supervise staff. You will handle stock replenishment, order assembly, and use Pharmacy IT systems. Candidates should have 4 GCSEs, experience in a pharmacy, and work towards NVQ Level 2. This role emphasizes quality patient care within the pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmacy and/or warehousing environment.
• Possess 4 GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Availability to work core hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide Pharmacy Assistants.
• Perform order assembly, stock replenishment, and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with team and external customers.

Skills

Communication

Stock Control

Pharmacy IT System

Education

4 GCSEs at Grade C or above

NVQ Level 2 - Pharmacy Services (in progress)

Job description

Overview

Working under the supervision of the Specialist Pharmacy Technician and Lead Pharmacy Assistant, you will play a major role in the supply of medication across Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and external organisations, including Pendleside Hospice and St Catherine's Hospice. Core duties include, but are not limited to: order assembly, stock replenishment to wards and departments, delivery and dispatch, stock control, and use of the Pharmacy IT System and Pharmacy WebTracker. This role supports the organisation's goal of delivering high-quality patient care and may involve supervision and development of pharmacy personnel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, provide guidance and direction to Pharmacy Assistants within the designated area.
• Support training and development of pharmacy personnel; contribute to the development and implementation of new services, processes and procedures to deliver services in line with professional, local and national directives.
• Carry out duties such as order assembly, stock replenishment, delivery/dispatch, and stock control; utilise the Pharmacy IT System and Pharmacy WebTracker.
• Communicate effectively with the Pharmacy Team, Ward Teams, and External Customers; escalate situations outside of the role remit to the appropriate pharmacist or technician.
• Assist with service meetings, minute taking and other clerical duties; read minutes/Team Brief/Trust Bulletins and encourage this within the team.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures; manage supply problems and complete documentation accurately.
• Liaise with the Procurement Team to chase outstanding orders and coordinate relevant transport/collections.
• Chairs the weekly team meeting in the absence of the Senior Pharmacy Technicians; undertake pharmaceutical duties under the supervision of a pharmacist or technician in all areas of Pharmacy as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Possess 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent), including Maths and English.
• Experience of working in a pharmacy and/or warehousing environment.
• Already have or be working towards a NVQ Level 2 - Pharmacy Services.
• Availability to work core hours: 8:00am–6:00pm Monday to Friday; 9:00am–5:30pm Saturday and Sunday; 9:00am–5:30pm Bank Holidays.

Additional Information

The following statements are included for applicant information and do not form part of the job description: interviews dates may be subject to change, close dates may apply, equality and diversity commitments, DBS checks where applicable, and guidance related to recruitment processes and AI usage. The Pharmacy Department at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer. All individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, neurodiversity or veteran status.