Job summary
We have a vacancy for a full time member of staff to join our team. The vacancy is for a 'Senior Pharmacy ATO-Distribution'. The department utilise Careflow MM (JAC) EPMA and stock control system to manage the inventory in the pharmacy department. You will be required to assist in the management of the procurement of homecare services and deal with suppliers and regional procurement colleagues to provide a robust and efficient service to patients and our external customers which we supply under our Wholesalers Dealers Authorisation (WDA(H)) from the MHRA .
Main duties of the job
To participate in the day to day provision of ward stock top up service.
To assist in the delivery of an efficient dispensing service to Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and other commissioned services.To work independently following standard operating procedures following competency assessment.To have shared responsibility for reducing waste and expenditure.To provide cover in the Pharmacy Stores in the absence of the store-person when necessary.To deliver medicines to wards and departments using a handheld PDA to record delivery information.To undertake general housekeeping to maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.To perform a variety of general pharmacy duties under the supervision of a pharmacist senior technician or assistant in the designated areas, which will include the pharmacy Aseptic suite, main dispensary, and ward areas.
About us
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a multi-award winning hospital which officially opened in May 1998 and is situated within easy walking distance of the historic town centre of Dorchester. It employs around 3,000 members of staff, who provide acute hospital services to a population of around 250,000, living within Weymouth and Portland, West Dorset, North Dorset and Purbeck. We also provide renal services for patients throughout Dorset and South Somerset. Dorchester itself is an intriguing mix of historic and the modern, with the new Brewery Square development offering a vibrant and sophisticated leisure and shopping complex. Take a look at Visit Dorset to see what the area has to offer.
The purpose-built Pharmacy provides a clinical pharmacy service to Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The dispensary benefits from a new BD robot installation and a Prescription Tracking System, and an Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration is in use throughout the majority of the hospital.
We are an innovative forward-thinking department that has just undergone anexciting renovation. A series of in-house developments are still underway, giving the opportunity for successful candidates to be involved in dynamic projects which offer professional progression. Our staff are our most precious resource, and so the growth and development of those that work within this dynamic department is prioritised.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Evidence of a good level of education. NVQ level 3 or equivalent or working towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Evidence of significant recent experience in stores management
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent computer literacy and keyboard skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work methodically and accurately with attention to detail.
- Good communication skills both oral and written.
- Evidence of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organise own workload.
- Significant experience of working under minimum supervision in accordance with agreed procedures.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Evidence of a good level of education. NVQ level 3 or equivalent or working towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Evidence of significant recent experience in stores management
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent computer literacy and keyboard skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work methodically and accurately with attention to detail.
- Good communication skills both oral and written.
- Evidence of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organise own workload.
- Significant experience of working under minimum supervision in accordance with agreed procedures.
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).
