Senior Dispensary Pharmacy Assistant -STEP 3 to 4

Job summary

Are you ready for a challenge? Are you passionate about delivering outstanding pharmacy services in a fast paced hospital environment? If so then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual that will help shape this service. As an innovative Pharmacy Department continually expanding our services we are looking to expand our qualified pharmacy technician workforce further.

You will be part of an expanding team of highly professional staff, working and supporting our ward services teams.

We are looking for Senior Pharmacy Assistant with strong interpersonal skills. We welcome applications from individuals with excellent communications skills, a patient-centred attitude, the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, and have the motivation to strive for continued improvement, working towards our STEP 3 to 4 programme.

Applicants should have a GCSE grade C or above, or an equivalent in both Maths and English

Hours of work will be 7.5hrs daily weekdays, 8:50 - 5.20pm and late nights on a rota basis, late night hours will be 11:00 - 7:30pm. Part time hours will be considered.

The post holder will be required to participate on weekends/bank holiday working on a rota basis to support a seven-day service.

Please be advised that this vacancy may close before the date indicated if sufficient applications are been received.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of this job is to assist in the smooth running of the Dispensary, taking a lead role in monitoring the Dispensary tracker system to ensure that targets are met.

To undertake planned work supported by the provision of clear standard operating procedures and under the guidance and supervision of the Dispensary Manager.

To superviseallocated staff to the dispensary, prioritising work in conjunction with the team leader.

Liaise and provide support to the 7-day home delivery service.

Play an active role in future developments of pharmacy services and staff. Apply knowledge and experience underpinned by appropriate training and qualifications equivalent to NVQ level 3 in Pharmacy Services.

A full and comprehensive training package will be provided.

Once these are completed the post holder will be able to apply for the opportunity to study for a Diploma in the principles and practice for Pharmacy Technicians via the Pharmacy training request panel.

The post-holder will participate in our late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.

Senior Assistant Technical Officers may be asked to provide support on any of the Trust sites.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)