Job summary
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit enthusiastic, motivated individuals who want a future career as a Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant.
We are a busy pharmacy department offering a diverse and complex range of functions and activities including; Dispensary, ward based and clinical activities, logistics, stores and procurement, clinical trials, aseptic preparation and medicines information. We have an automated robotic dispensing and stock supply system.
We are looking for positive individuals who can contribute to the efficiency of our in-patient service with good communication skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Applying candidates need to have the ability to work well with other member of the pharmacy team, be flexible to change and have confidence to effectively liaise with other health care professionals in a hospital setting.
- Interview Date 11/10/2023
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will undertake an apprenticeship that will provide them with all of the necessary skills and knowledge to complete a Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services.
The apprenticeship involves on the job training in all aspects of the role of a Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant - dispensing of prescription, issuing of ward and controlled drug orders, filling of compliance aids along with stock control activities.
This position would suit an individual who seeking new challenges in an innovative environment and those who are keen to develop their knowledge and skills in the dispensaryof a large acute trust.
As key members of the Pharmacy Team you will work alongside Pharmacists, Technicians, Assistants and Students supporting the rapid discharge of our patients 7 days a week and participate in weekend working, weekday late duties and bank holidays on a rotational basis.
About us
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest, largest and most successful teaching NHS foundation trusts in the country, with over 18,000 staff and an annual income of £1 billion.
We have a long history of providing high quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research regionally, nationally and internationally.
We're also proud to be the second largest provider of specialised services in the country. This means we support people with a range of rare and complex medical, surgical and neurological conditions, cancers and genetic orders.
Our staff oversee around 1.84 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise the benefit in providing an inclusive environment. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve, and is equipped to deliver the best service to our patients. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide technical support to dispensary services including carrying out routine procedures in the ordering, distribution and storage of pharmaceutical stock
- Undertake reception duties at the staff hatch, answer the dispensary telephone and ensure orders/prescriptions are entered on the prescription tracking system
- Provide appropriate support as required to dispensary staff
- Checks off orders received into the dispensary in accordance with procedure
- Replenish the Emergency Drug Cupboard
- Replenish a variety of cardiac arrest boxes
- Issues Controlled Drugs in response to a written order
- Undertake in-house training programme for the dispensing of discharge prescriptions
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide technical support to dispensary services including carrying out routine procedures in the ordering, distribution and storage of pharmaceutical stock
- Undertake reception duties at the staff hatch, answer the dispensary telephone and ensure orders/prescriptions are entered on the prescription tracking system
- Provide appropriate support as required to dispensary staff
- Checks off orders received into the dispensary in accordance with procedure
- Replenish the Emergency Drug Cupboard
- Replenish a variety of cardiac arrest boxes
- Issues Controlled Drugs in response to a written order
- Undertake in-house training programme for the dispensing of discharge prescriptions
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety and hygiene in the workplace.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Hospital Pharmacy
- Knowledge of drug names and differences in formulations / pack sizes
SKILLS
Essential
- Demonstrate good oral and written communication
- Basic computer skills
- Good organisational and accuracy skills
- Good customer care skills
EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Grandparent clause notification to the GPhC
- Experience of stock control and stock management
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9 - 4 or D-E or Functional/Key Skills Level 2).
- Must commit to undertake an Apprenticeship level 2 in Pharmacy
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety and hygiene in the workplace.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Hospital Pharmacy
- Knowledge of drug names and differences in formulations / pack sizes
SKILLS
Essential
- Demonstrate good oral and written communication
- Basic computer skills
- Good organisational and accuracy skills
- Good customer care skills
EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Grandparent clause notification to the GPhC
- Experience of stock control and stock management
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9 - 4 or D-E or Functional/Key Skills Level 2).
- Must commit to undertake an Apprenticeship level 2 in Pharmacy
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).
