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Pharmacy Assistant - stores based

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
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    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must be flexible, participate in a 1:6 weekend rota, work late shifts, and undergo DBS checks. Commitment to safeguarding and no smoking on site is essential. No sponsorship available.
  • You will support pharmaceutical services by managing dispensary tasks, ensuring safe supply of medicines, and assisting with dispensing and risk management activities.

Requirements

  • We are looking for enthusiastic, flexible person to join our very busy department.
  • The post holder will be expected to participate in the weekend rota 1:6 weekends, working Saturday & Sunday with a day off each side of the weekend.
  • You will also be rota's on the late-night rota - working 12-8pm as required plus the bank holidays.
  • As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefully reviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship.
  • The Trust is a smoke free site, and therefore smoking will not be permitted anywhere within the grounds of the Trust.
  • The Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
  • Successful candidate will be subject to appropriate checks by the Disclosure Barring Service.

Responsibilities

  • To carry out general pharmaceutical duties in specified areas of the pharmacy department and on wards under the direction of the Chief Pharmacist and pharmacy general services manager (Chief Technician) to ensure that services are provided in a consistently high and professional manner which is complementary to a well-managed clinical pharmacy service, at all times ensuring that standards are maintained, particularly with respect to statutory professional and legal requirements, i.e.:
  • Undertake routine underpinning activities within the dispensary, stores and distribution areas to support safe and effective service.
  • Provide the routine support necessary for the continuing supply service of pharmaceutical products, to the hospital and community clinics and other outlets.
  • Provide dispensing, medicines management and risk management support.
  • Assemble and over label medicines according to work sheets.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Pharmacy Assistant position?

The working hours are full-time at 37.5 hours per week, with shifts covering seven days, including participation in a weekend rota (1:6 weekends) and late-night shifts as required.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this is a permanent post.

Will I be required to work on weekends?

Yes, the role includes working weekends as part of the 1:6 weekend rota, with a day off on each side of the weekend.

Does this position meet the requirements for sponsorship for overseas nationals?

No, this position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship via the Skilled Worker route as per UK Visas and Immigration guidelines.

Who will I report to in this role?

You will carry out your duties under the direction of the Chief Pharmacist and the pharmacy general services manager (Chief Technician).

Are there any specific legal or safety requirements I need to adhere to?

Yes, all duties must be carried out in accordance with Trust policies and relevant legal and safety requirements.

What is the Trust's policy on smoking?

The Trust is a smoke-free site, and smoking is not permitted anywhere within the grounds of the Trust.

What checks will be conducted on the successful candidate?

The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate checks by the Disclosure Barring Service.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Angela Myers, Pharmacy General Services Manager, via email at angela.myers@boltonft.nhs.uk or by phone at 01204 390555.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency, elective, and outpatient care at its hospitals and clinics in Bolton. Their ultimate mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care that enhances health outcomes and supports community well-being. Their purpose is to offer high-quality medical services, improve patient experiences, and ensure accessible, compassionate care tailored to the needs of the local population.