Job summary
The post holder will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and modern pharmacy service by undertaking activities within the pharmacy and at ward level, which provide an efficient and effective delivery of medicines to patients e.g. dispensing medicines to patients, ward services and store based activities. The post holder will be based in the in-patient dispensary and rotate to Hartlepool dispensary when required.
Please note you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent with the ability to dispense medication to apply for this post.
Main duties of the job
Following established SOP's to dispense prescriptions and requisitions timely and accurately using the ASCribe computer system and robotics. Self-check to ensure quality and accuracy of dispensed items prior to final technical check.
Dispense controlled drug prescriptions and ward orders from Omnicells following SOP's. Accurate entries to be made in controlled drug registers to maintain stock control and legal requirements. Responsible for each individual entry any discrepancies to be reported immediately to manager. Issue controlled drug stationary, prescription pads and requisition books ensuring necessary records are completed to approved staff. Monitor stock levels and inform manager when supplies are required.
Provide dispensing service on wards. Carry out POP service and after completing Medicine Management training and compilation of portfolio, subject to service requirements.
Undertake training to include prescription/requisition/order entry onto the ASCribe computer system, accurate assembly and dispensing of medication, reception duties. Take responsibility for personal development and education including mandatory training via Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and targets set within annual appraisal. Participate in departmental dispensary training of new staff in SOP's and processes.
About us
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description for further details of the role and person specification with particular reference to required qualifications before applying for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description for further details of the role and person specification with particular reference to required qualifications before applying for the role.
Person Specification
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to check, input and record data and to identify discrepancies.
- Ability to pay good attention to detail.
- Ability to show initiative where applicable, and also to work within procedural guidelines
- Willingness to participate in and promote effective team working
- Be focused on patient care and the delivery of an effective and efficient service.
- Demonstrate ability to have a logical approach to problem solving and to form and maintain good working relationships with all staff groups.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of dispensing and stock control work within a pharmacy
- Up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy operational procedures and practices
- Good written and verbal communication skills to facilitate the provision of routine information to others including staff and patients.
Desirable
- Experience of working in hospital pharmacy
Person Specification
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to check, input and record data and to identify discrepancies.
- Ability to pay good attention to detail.
- Ability to show initiative where applicable, and also to work within procedural guidelines
- Willingness to participate in and promote effective team working
- Be focused on patient care and the delivery of an effective and efficient service.
- Demonstrate ability to have a logical approach to problem solving and to form and maintain good working relationships with all staff groups.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of dispensing and stock control work within a pharmacy
- Up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy operational procedures and practices
- Good written and verbal communication skills to facilitate the provision of routine information to others including staff and patients.
Desirable
- Experience of working in hospital 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).
