Job summary
This is an outstanding opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and talented individual to join the proactive pharmacy team in Neath Port Talbot Hospital.
With the expansion of elective surgery at Neath Port Talbot comes the exciting opportunity to grow the pharmacy team.
To undertake a range of routine technical duties in support of Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Duties will include:
Greeting patients and staff at the pharmacy reception.
Assembly and dispensing of items against prescriptions and ward diaries.
Providing a pharmacy ward top-up service to allocated ward(s).
Working with other team members to ensure timely supply of medication to expedite patient discharge.
Receiving stock from suppliers within the pharmacy store.
Assisting in the delivery and collection of pharmacy items to and from wards and departments.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for something a little more challenging?Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated and have a flexible approach to work?Do you have an eye for detail, good communication skills and desire to work within a friendly team?If you answered "YES" to these questions, how would you like to become a pharmacy assistant and join our friendly pharmacy team at Neath Port Talbot Hospital?The role we have on offer is a rotational position and will involve working within the Main Dispensary, Pharmacy Distribution and on the wards. Within the Dispensary, you will dispense prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients, as well as greeting patients and staff at our reception.Within Distribution you will receive goods from suppliers and load our robot. You will also be responsible for the supply of stock items to Wards and Departments within our Hospital.
Working alongside other members of the pharmacy team on the ward, ensuring timely supply of medication to expedite patient dischargePrevious Pharmacy experience is desirable but not necessary as training will be given in all aspects of the job, including use of the computer system.
You will also be expected to attain the NVQ Level 2 within 12 months of taking up the post.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE A to C grade or equivalent
- Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy area attained through on the job training, short course and experience to Vocational Level 3
Experience
Desirable
- Previous successful experience of working in a hospital or community pharmacy
- Knowledge of the procedures for pharmacy area
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to carry out verbal and written instructions accurately
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written
- Ability to work to a full range of local pharmacy codes and procedures
- Be computer literate, being able to use Microsoft Office and have basic keyboard skills
- Undertake all manual handling duties e.g. pushing trolleys containing loads up to 50kg and manual handling of boxes up to 15kg individually
- Able to plan own workload
Other
Essential
- Able to work autonomously, and work effectively as part of a team
- Have good attention to detail, in order to select, label and dispense medicines accurately
- Well organised
- Recognises need for sensitive and confidential handling of patient related information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE A to C grade or equivalent
- Knowledge of procedures for pharmacy area attained through on the job training, short course and experience to Vocational Level 3
Experience
Desirable
- Previous successful experience of working in a hospital or community pharmacy
- Knowledge of the procedures for pharmacy area
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to carry out verbal and written instructions accurately
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written
- Ability to work to a full range of local pharmacy codes and procedures
- Be computer literate, being able to use Microsoft Office and have basic keyboard skills
- Undertake all manual handling duties e.g. pushing trolleys containing loads up to 50kg and manual handling of boxes up to 15kg individually
- Able to plan own workload
Other
Essential
- Able to work autonomously, and work effectively as part of a team
- Have good attention to detail, in order to select, label and dispense medicines accurately
- Well organised
- Recognises need for sensitive and confidential handling of patient related 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).
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).
