Ward-Based Pharmacy Assistant: Stock & Cabinets

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Assistant for William Harvey Hospital, Ashford. You will support ward-based stock management, replenish Automated Dispensing Cabinets, and ensure medicines are stored safely with regular expiry checks.

Opportunity for development within the clinical pharmacy team, with pathways toward registered pharmacist roles. The role involves offsite support to Pilgrims Hospice as required and close collaboration with ward

Responsibilities

• Conduct ward-based stock checks and manage replenishment of Automated Dispensing Cabinets.
• Ensure medicines are in date and stored safely; monitor stock levels and expiry dates.
• Assist medicines governance by carrying out audits and ensuring safe storage on wards.
• Support transfer and distribution of medicines to designated wards and satellite units.
• Re-stock and inventory checks for Emergency Drug Cupboard and cardiac arrest stock.
• Liaise with procurement to feedback supply issues and arrange ordering as needed.
• Complete medication returns to Trustwide stores and ensure proper storage.

Tools

Automated Dispensing Cabinets

Job description

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Assistant for William Harvey Hospital, Ashford. You will support ward-based stock management, replenish Automated Dispensing Cabinets, and ensure medicines are stored safely with regular expiry checks.

Opportunity for development within the clinical pharmacy team, with pathways toward registered pharmacist roles. The role involves offsite support to Pilgrims Hospice as required and close collaboration with ward