About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a Pharmacy Assistant to come and join our expanding team at Skypark in Exeter.
There has never been a better time to join the Trust's Pharmacy Team as we are currently looking to transform our ways of working by introducing a Medicines Repacking Service across the Trust. This began in a small number of sites a few years ago with Medicine bags. We ran a pilot using a pouch based system which worked even better, we have placed a large bulk order and they are due arrive in June for us to get started on a wider Trust roll out plan. Alongside this there will be the introduction of a Digital Inventory Management system to support with better visibility of medicines across all locations in the trust at the click of a button.
The Pharmacy team offering Medicine pouch repacking service across the Trust will play a vital role in ensuring our front line crews are ready and able to respond to emergency situations by preparing our equipment to high standards. Moving short dated stocks to larger sites to give greater opportunities for them to be used so to reduce wastage.
The role of the Pharmacy Assistant is also a gateway to the organisation with opportunities to develop you career with us either within the Pharmacy Team, Supply and Delivery team or the wider Trust in both patient-facing and a variety of support roles.
Main duties of the job
Pharmacy Assistants are responsible for repacking Medicine bags / pouches in a prescribed and controlled way ready for checking and finally use by our clinicians to treat patients. The role is a key operational support function which ensures patient safety whilst supporting Operations in meeting its targets.
Main duties include:
Receiving and storing medicines and pharmacy stock in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures; Effective stock rotation; Picking & packing Medicines into bags / pouches; Carrying out checking and other quality control processes; Supporting the returns and disposal processes; Liaising with relevant Pharmacy staff regarding issue resolution;
Opening hours are currently Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:00, however we are looking at extending the working day to support the roll out of this new service. So by the time you join the team the opening hours are likely to be 7:00 - 18:00 where we would be having two shifts 7:00 - 15:00 or 10:00 - 18:00.We are looking for someone who can work the early 7:00 - 15:00 shift.
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England of 10,000 square miles and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
At the heart of our beautiful and diverse region we employ over 6000 people and are supported by over 575 volunteers.
If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.
In return we will equip you with the skills, resources and development you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles at a higher pay grade and enjoy continuous professional development.
Benefits
Competitive NHS salary A standard working week of 37.5 hours Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working Generous Pension Scheme Career and salary progression Car leasing scheme Free parking across Trust sites Cycle-to-work and other salary sacrifice schemes Staff networks Access to a wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Right to work / Certificate of sponsorship
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. You must have the existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
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Person Specification
Education and qualifications Essential
Good general education Full Driving Licence with a maximum of 3 points, driving experience
Desirable
Pharmacy Qualification or the ability to attain after a period of training
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job) Essential
Experience in a role that required following strict guidelines and procedures. Previous experience of team working. Working in a trustworthy position.
Desirable
Previous experience in a pharmacy-related role. Experience of medicines management in a primary or secondary care setting.
Skills, Knowledge and Ability Essential
Good computer literacy to operate an electronic inventory management system, use email, Excel and Word effectively and participate in video conference calls. Must be able to perform simple arithmetical tasks and work methodically.
Desirable
Experience of a digital inventory management system. Knowledge of processes involved in stock control and managing a store.
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 South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address SkyPark Exeter
Unit 1 - 9 De Havilland Road, Skypark, Clyst Honiton
Exeter
EX5 2GE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)