About this role
Job summary
To work as part of the pharmacy team in providing an efficient, effective and safe pharmaceutical service to patients and customers including dispensing and stock top up to wards, departments and other outlying units where appropriate.
Please be advised that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Main duties of the job
Are you already a qualified QCF (formerly NVQ) Level 2 Pharmacy Assistant looking for a change? We are looking for a dedicated, organised and motivated person to join us as a Rotational Pharmacy Assistant.You will rotate through the Aseptic Suite, Dispensary, Ward services and Stores sections gaining experience and undertaking additional training if required. Applicants should have good communication & organisational skills; be self-motivated and possess excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and able to work well in an environment of change and transition. Applicants must also have good computer skills and be able to work well under pressure. Parts of this job are physically demanding and it is essential that you are physically fit.
You must be willing to learn and take responsibility, working well within a diverse team consisting of Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Pharmacists, Nurses and Clerical staff. You will also be expected to develop good working relationships with other departments within the Pharmacy and Hospital.
You will work closely with the rest of the pharmacy team to provide high quality pharmaceutical care to all patients within the Trust, whether in a dispensary or ward based aspect.
We pride ourselves on our pharmacy mission statement.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellencedesignated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description Job responsibilities
To dispense in-patient, out- patient, discharge prescriptions and aseptically prepared items in line with departmental SOPs ensuring that standards of quality, accuracy and timeliness are met. Working under the supervision of pharmacy technicians or pharmacists. Seeking advice on any complex prescriptions before dispensing. To dispense controlled drugs (CDs) to ensure that the requirements of the Misuse of Drugs Act (1970), RPSGB standards and departmental SOPs are met. To document receipt of CDs into the CD registers (paper and electronic) as soon after receipt as possible. To ensure that all registers are kept accurate at all times reporting any discrepancies to the Dispensary Co-Ordinator. Receive into the department (this includes dispensary, stores and Aseptic Unit) work requests from patients (collecting prescription charges) and wards. Provide the patient or ward staff with appropriate information on how the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Answer any basic queries concerning the supply of medication from patients or staff members, including phone queries, referring them to a technician or pharmacist to answer any clinical or technical query. Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Adhere to cleaning SOPs in the Aseptic Lab. Ensure stock is rotated and in date. Following the returns SOP ensure all excess stock is removed from wards and returned to pharmacy stock Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying. Work flexibly across all of the Pharmacy departments, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence. Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues. Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives. Participate in weekend, late night and Bank Holiday working as may be required. Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
For further details of the job role please see attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualification/training Essential
oNVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills - or equivalent or grand parented with the RPSGB oNumerate
Desirable
oGCSEs Maths and English or equivalent oExperience of using JAC computer system
Experience Essential
oExperience of working in teams oExperience of working in a busy environment oStock control experience oExperience of working in hospital or community pharmacy oExperience of working in a customer facing role
Desirable
oRetail experience oReception telephone work oExperience of dispensing in a pharmacy oPrevious experience of using Omnicell's
Knowledge Essential
oHealth and safety at work and manual handling oAn understanding of the role of the pharmacy department in a hospital oAn understanding of confidentiality oA basic understanding of the dispensing process
Skills/abilities Essential
See supporting docuoCurrent IT skills oGood verbal and written, communication skills oAbility to work to set procedures oAble to work under pressure and maintain concentration for long periods oAble to work well alone and as a member of a team oAbility to deal confidently and directly with all members of healthcare teams and members of the public in a calm, courteous manner oMethodical, efficient and good attention to detail oGood organisational skills, ability to investigate queries, taking appropriate action, liaising with technicians and pharmacists as necessary oAble to give basic information accurately oManipulation of complex procedures in aseptic pharmaceuticals - measuring using syringes and scales oAbility to understand clear instructions oComplete documentation accurately and legiblyments
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)