Job summary
The purpose of this job is to assist in the smooth running of the Dispensary, taking a lead role in monitoring the Dispensary tracker system to ensure that targets are met. To undertake planned work supported by the provision of clear standard operating procedures and under the guidance and supervision of the Dispensary Manager. To supervise allocated staff to the dispensary, prioritising work in conjunction with the team leader. Liaise and provide support to the 7-day home delivery service.
Main duties of the job
To monitor the dispensary tracker system ensuring that medication is dispensed in a timely manner.
To support the Pharmacy home delivery service.
Receive prescriptions from patients.
Dispensing of prescriptions and stocks for wards, departments, other hospitals and clinics.
To accurately supply and dispense Controlled Drugs
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all".
We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of makingDudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups.
We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust recognises the values and transferable skills that the Armed Forces community bring and recognise their compatibility with NHS roles.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge and experience underpinned by appropriate training equivalent to NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services.
- GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above in Maths & English
Skils & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a pharmacy environment
- Experience as a Dispenser and medicine stock top ups on ward
- Good team worker also able to work alone
Personal Qualities
Essential
Interests & Motivation to the Job
Essential
- Able to manage own time well
- Committed to own training and training of others.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good written/oral communication skills
Trust Vision & Values
Essential
- We would expect your values and behaviours to reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge and experience underpinned by appropriate training equivalent to NVQ level 3 in pharmacy services.
- GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above in Maths & English
Skils & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a pharmacy environment
- Experience as a Dispenser and medicine stock top ups on ward
- Good team worker also able to work alone
Personal Qualities
Essential
Interests & Motivation to the Job
Essential
- Able to manage own time well
- Committed to own training and training of others.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good written/oral communication skills
Trust Vision & Values
Essential
- We would expect your values and behaviours to reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility
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
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).
