0850 - Pharmacy Storekeeper/Clerk

Job summary

The interview date for this role will be week commencing 13th January 2025.

Barnsley Hospital is one of the leading NHS foundation trusts in the country renowned for its top performance, friendly culture, and convenient location. Barnsley is close to the M1 and on the edge of the scenic Peak District National Park with close proximity to Leeds and Sheffield. As a 400-bed district hospital, we provide a range of high-quality acute hospital services including emergency department services, outpatient clinics, inpatient services, and maternity and childrens services. We also provide a number of specialised services, including cancer and surgical services.

Ourinclusive and diversePharmacy department has a strong clinical presence in all areas. We have an establishment of over 100 members and enjoy an excellent reputation within the Trust where we provide patient-centred clinical Pharmacy services to some 400 beds across medical, surgical and specialist areas as well as a number of outpatient clinics. We areinnovative and forward-thinkingand haveinvested in a host of technical improvements, including robotics and state of the art dispensaries and technical services. The department is noted to be very friendly, and is constantly looking to develop and expand. This is an exciting time at Barnsley Hospital with the recent implementation of electronic prescribing bringing excellent opportunities forfurtherinnovation and service development.

Main duties of the job

If you are looking for an exciting new challenge, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual to take on the role of Pharmacy Storekeeper/Clerk.You will be responsible for the receipt of goods for the different areas of the Pharmacy Department, safe storage of goods including stock rotation and bulk deliveries, assisting in the ordering of fluids, the use of various Pharmacy IT systems including robotics.You will be able to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills working alone and within a team.

Ensuring that safe and efficient systems of work are maintained while being responsible for:

Receipting of all drugs

Checking deliveries against orders

Entering deliveries on to the Pharmacy database

Resolving delivery issues with suppliers

Shelving and storing deliveries including stock rotation

Filing and maintaining delivery records

This post is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, and your contracted hours will be worked over 5 days, including participation in the weekend, late night, and bank holiday rotas as required.We would encourage an informal visit.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for apprentices who are currently studying for NVQ Level 2/3, apprentices should note that the salary would be Agenda for Change Annex 21 trainee rate (75%max of band) until they have completed their apprenticeship.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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