Senior Pharmacy Assistant - Dispensary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in England is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant to support the pharmacy team at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. The role includes dispensing medication, supervising trainees, and working flexible shifts. Ideal candidates will have experience in pharmacy and hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification, with a passion for patient care and adaptability in their role. This is a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in either a hospital or community pharmacy setting.
• Minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or an equivalent qualification.
• Energy, adaptability, and a genuine passion for enhancing the patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Dispenser duties across main and satellite dispensaries.
• Supervise the activity of trainee Pharmacy Assistants and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians.
• Participate in late dispensary, weekend and bank holiday shift system.

Skills

Dispensing experience

Supervision skills

Adaptability

Passion for patient care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role where delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care is at the heart of everything you do? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to join our vibrant team at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work across both our state-of-the-art automated dispensary and our satellite units, playing a vital role in supporting patients through accurate prescription dispensing and effective stock management.

To provide medicine dispensing services in the main dispensary and satellite dispensary units.

Responsibilities

• Dispenser duties across main and satellite dispensaries.
• Supervise the activity of trainee Pharmacy Assistants and Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technicians.
• Take part in the late dispensary, weekend and bank holiday shift system.
• Be part of our seven-day pharmacy service with late-night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in either a hospital or community pharmacy setting.
• Minimum of NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or an equivalent qualification.
• Energy, adaptability, and a genuine passion for enhancing the patient experience.

About the Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas, on two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. The Trust is committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff, offers high-quality training and development, and continues to provide the best patient care with the latest clinical knowledge and technology available.