Job summary
Due to continued innovation and development of Pharmacy services at Fairfield General Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary we are delighted to be able to advertise this post.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Pharmacy Assistant looking to take the next step and develop their career in technical services.
The post holder will supervise the Pharmacy Dispensers and will be responsible for trouble shooting and maximising efficiency in the dispensary at both Fairfield and Rochdale. You will be involved in the training of Dispensers, stock control and ensuring that medication is dispensed accurately and delivered on time to wards and departments.
Main duties of the job
You must be competent in all dispensary-based activities, and work to the high standards set within the Pharmacy Department.
You must be able to prioritise your workload, use initiative, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be committed to the delivery of high standards in a patient focused service.
The post offers an attractive salary, and 27 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) per year.
There will be a requirement to participate in extended hours, working late nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.
Please see job description for more details
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership.
Person Specification
Qualificatins/Experience/ Skills
Essential
- NVQ 2 in Pharmacy Services or 4 GCSE's at grade C or above , 2 of which must include English and Maths . If not gained prior to appointment qualification at NVQ level 2 is essentail for the post
- Working knowledge of Pharmacy sytems
- Awareness of the range of duties of the post
- Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure
- Able to organise daily team tasks
Desirable
- Suopervisor experience
- Training/Mentoring experience
Experience
Essential
- Several years experience of hospital Pharamcy
Communication
Essential
Person Specification
Qualificatins/Experience/ Skills
Essential
- NVQ 2 in Pharmacy Services or 4 GCSE's at grade C or above , 2 of which must include English and Maths . If not gained prior to appointment qualification at NVQ level 2 is essentail for the post
- Working knowledge of Pharmacy sytems
- Awareness of the range of duties of the post
- Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure
- Able to organise daily team tasks
Desirable
- Suopervisor experience
- Training/Mentoring experience
Experience
Essential
- Several years experience of hospital Pharamcy
Communication
Essential
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).