Senior Assistant Technical Officer

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual to join our team as a pharmacy assistant. If you do not hold an NVQ/BTEC level 2 in Pharmacy Services, or equivalent this would be an excellent opportunity to undertake a recognised pharmacy qualification through an apprenticeship, whilst being paid a Band 2 salary. Applicants who do not hold a pharmacy level 2 qualification must have GCSE grade C/4 or above equivalent in English language, Maths and Science. This position is 37 and a half hours a week and participation will be required in the late night, weekend and bank holiday rota. The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative, integrated healthcare organisation. We are recognised for the high quality of compassionate care we provide for our patients and their families. We are well positioned through our programme of transformation and our work with partners to create safe, high quality and affordable integrated healthcare services which are fit for the future needs of our population.

Main duties of the job

The main focus of the role will be to provide dispensing and support service to wards and departments in the hospital and pharmacy reception duties with some patient contact. Use of IT and liaising with health care professionals will be routine aspects of the role. Whilst experience of working with medicines within a pharmacy environment would be an advantage full training can be provided. Meeting the needs of our service users is extremely important to us, and we are looking for an individual who shares our vision to deliver a high quality, service-user focused approach. To participate in all aspects of medication including the dispensing process within the dispensary and at ward level. To receive in medication using appropriate IT systems to book stock in and out. Working as part of a team to maintain workload and manage patient flow. To take part in daily duties including periods of time on reception.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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