The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Pharmacy Support Worker Higher Level

The closing date is 06 June 2025

Job summary

We have the opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our progressive Pharmacy Research team at Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust and contribute to the implementation of research and development within the trust. The Pharmacy Research department oversees the implementation and ongoing monitoring of a wide portfolio of both commercial and non-commercial studies. The main duties of this role include dispensing and Investigational Medicinal Products (IMP's) management task, assisting with audits and record keeping, maintaining Pharmacy Site Files and liaising with the trust's Research and Development team and study sponsors to ensure high standards of Clinical Trial set-up and delivery are conducted in accordance with all regulatory and professional standards. The successful applicant will also support the Aseptic Services team by acting as a Cleanroom Operator for the preparation of Chemotherapy, Parenteral Nutrition (PN) and Central Intravenous Additive Service (CIVAS) including Aseptic research preparations. As well as being motivated and enthusiastic, the successful candidate must able to well work under pressure and as part of a team. Previous experience of working in a hospital Pharmacy is desirable. The closing date for applications will be brought forward if sufficient applications are received.

Main duties of the job

Dispense medicines under the supervision of Pharmacy Technicians. Support the Aseptic Services team. Contribute to the efficient delivery of the Pharmacy Service to Patients and Wards and Departments both within the Trust and other healthcare organisations. Accept prescriptions from out-patients, checking accuracy of patient details, before giving a prescription charge slip and a numbered patient identification ticket. Dispense, assemble and prepare aseptic preparations for individual patients. Take payment for prescription charges and generate a receipt when required. Dispense medicines for out-patients and in-patients (including TTOs) following guidelines, under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technicians, with the final check by a Checking Technician or Pharmacist. Issue medicines to out-patients, providing basic information on how to take their medicines, referring to the Technicians if further advice is necessary. Ensure that all information needed for accurate stock control and prescription issues data is recorded using both paper systems and the computerised Pharmacy Information System (PIS). Liaise with Procurement staff about urgently required medicines and inform health care staff about supply problems / delays. Dispense specialist hospital-only medicines and unlicensed medicines which require accurate, detailed records. Dispense oral chemotherapy medicines taking necessary precautions detailed in SOPs.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Date posted

27 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

000372

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key requirements

Reasonable Standard of Education Preferably grade C/4 or above in maths and English, if not, functional skills level 2
NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification or to undertake full NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent training within 15 months
Evidence of good literacy and numeracy skills
Keyboard skills
Physically able to perform the duties of the post e.g., visit wards throughout the hospital and access stock from high and low shelving.
Must be able to work methodically and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail. Able to communicate well verbally with other healthcare professionals and patients some of whom may have barriers to understanding. Must be able to deal sensitively with all patients some of whom may be severely ill or distressed by their condition.
Pleasant and helpful manner.
Must possess initiative.
Able to work well within a team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key requirements

Reasonable Standard of Education Preferably grade C/4 or above in maths and English, if not, functional skills level 2
NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent qualification or to undertake full NVQ2 in pharmacy services or equivalent training within 15 months
Evidence of good literacy and numeracy skills
Keyboard skills
Physically able to perform the duties of the post e.g., visit wards throughout the hospital and access stock from high and low shelving.
Must be able to work methodically and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail. Able to communicate well verbally with other healthcare professionals and patients some of whom may have barriers to understanding. Must be able to deal sensitively with all patients some of whom may be severely ill or distressed by their condition.
Pleasant and helpful manner.
Must possess initiative.
Able to work well within a team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click apply now to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application)

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.