Pharmacy Assistant

Job title:
Pharmacy Assistant
Company name:
Antrim Hospital

Location:
Antrim

Type:
Temporary - 6 months with a possible extension

Rate:
£12.21 per hour

Accurate Sector Selection in Broadbean:
Healthcare

Structure:
As the Pharmacy Assistant you will work under the supervision of Senior Assistants, Technicians and Pharmacists, to ensure the provision of a quality supply of drugs, dressings, medical and surgical items which is effective, efficient and responsive to the needs of our customers.

Key Details
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* £12.21 per hour
* Antrim
* 37.5 hours per week

Responsibilities
* To receive, check and shelve all pharmacy items in accordance with departmental SOPs, liaising with senior pharmacy assistants, technicians, pharmacists and clerical staff as appropriate.

* To ensure that all delivery documentation is accurately receipted onto the JAC system and that documentation is endorsed and retained according to departmental SOPs.

* To participate in the provision of a Bulk Issue "top-up" service to wards and departments, including preparation of the regular orders, removal of overstock and appropriate stock rotation / expiry day management, highlighting queries / changes in usage trends to designated technicians / pharmacists as appropriate.

* To comply with relevant Infection Control guidelines in clinical areas with regard to personal protective equipment.

* To assemble and issue daily ward orders, requisitions and Bulk Issue lists received via the JAC pharmacy computer system for distribution to wards and other users, keeping appropriate records and communicating with nursing and clinical pharmacy staff as appropriate.

* To assemble and supply IV fluids and procedure pack orders, issuing stock to users via the computer system, keeping appropriate records as appropriate.

* To monitor and maintain pharmacy stock levels within designated areas by regular bin maintenance and assistance in physical stock checks, identifying stock discrepancies and supply shortages.

* To liaise with the appropriate senior Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians to ensure efficient resolution of any stock / supply issues.

Criteria
5 GCSEs (Grades A - G) or equivalent. To include English Language and Mathematics Grade C or above

OR

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or BTEC level 2 Certificate in Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff or equivalent qualification.

Candidates who do not have NVQ or BTEC level 2 certificate in Pharmacy will be expected to undertake same if successful.

Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post

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