Job summary
Whether you are just starting off in your career and have a special interest in Pharmacy or looking to build on your existing experience then we are looking for you to join our friendly and forward-thinking team, working within both the Pharmacy inpatient department and Pharmacy Stores.
This role involves working alongside our Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Support Workers to provide integrated pharmaceutical care for service users, to ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medicines. You will participate in a range of duties within the Pharmacy inpatient department and Pharmacy Stores which will support the ward-based Pharmacy service including the supply and distribution of medicines to wards and departments and stock management.
The pharmacy department are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and reliable member of staff to join the existing pharmacy team. This position is based within our inpatient dispensary and pharmacy stores.
Main duties of the job
You will either have or be supported to work towards the completion of an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. You will also possess an ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently, effective time-management skills and be flexible to changing work routines. Previous experience of working in a hospital or community Pharmacy would also be desirable.
As part of the Pharmacy team you will be required to contribute to the Weekend, Late Nightand Bank Holiday Roster.
About us
The Pharmacy Team at Harrogate District Hospital does more than supply medicines. It is a patient-focused service ensuring that patients are prescribed and receive the right medicines and dosages, and provide advice and support to help the management of medicines, both during patients stay and when patientsreturn home.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the post is to undertake dispensing duties and ensure stock rotations within the dispensary. To receive and supply medicines and to maintain correct stock levels in the department and on the wards.
For further information please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the post is to undertake dispensing duties and ensure stock rotations within the dispensary. To receive and supply medicines and to maintain correct stock levels in the department and on the wards.
For further information please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualifications - GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics
- Experience of working with the public.
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Good organisational and IT skills
Desirable
- Qualifications - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacutical Services (or equivalent)
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working in a Community or Hospital Pharmacy
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualifications - GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics
- Experience of working with the public.
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Good organisational and IT skills
Desirable
- Qualifications - NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacutical Services (or equivalent)
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working in a Community or 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).
