Rotational Assistant Technical Officer - Dispensaries (Pharmacy) Job at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Band 2
Job overview
Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust has an exciting and challenging new role within the Pharmacy Department and requires an enthusiastic individual to join our department.
The post holder will be based in the Pharmacy Dispensaries located across both campuses (QMC and City) and will supply medications to service users.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Full in house training will be given.
We are looking for applicants who are eager to learn, able to organise and prioritise their own work to meet deadlines, and able to work using their own initiative. Applicants will be expected to complete a Buttercups qualification in Pharmacy Services (If they don’t already possess this).
You will need 4 GCSE’s at grade D or above (New Grade 4) or equivalent, in Maths, English Language, a science and 1 other subject.
A high level of concentration is required for long periods of time. You will need to be committed and adaptable to change. A positive image of Pharmacy at NUH Trust should be demonstrated at all times while showing a commitment to support the Trust values and behaviours.
Working for our organisation
We are a dynamic and lively team, always working accurately and safely. Working hard to provide an efficient, effective and cost effective service.
Hours and place of work will depend on specific rotation and service requirements working 37.5hrs per week over a 7 day period.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be dispensing, labelling, ordering and receiving stock in order to dispense prescriptions on a daily basis in the dispensaries. You will be dealing with a multidisciplinary team of staff face to face, via email and on the telephone. There is a lot of walking involved as the Pharmacy is based on multiple sites within the hospitals.
There will be some working within Pharmacy stores which will involve some lifting and carrying of medicines. There is also some reception duties involved. It is a very fast paced environment and concentration, focus and accuracy is paramount to ensure patient safety.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE in Maths, English and 2 Science subjects (Grade D or above) or equivalent (or awaiting GCSE exam results).
Desirable criteria
- Already in possession of the Buttercups or similar qualification in Pharmacy Services.
- Pharmacy Experience
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven customer service experience.
- Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to perform and work under pressure.
- Demonstrate ability to learn new skills.
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Able to stand for long periods and carry a weight of 16kg.
- Demonstrate basic keyboard skills (including Microsoft Office, use of internet and email).
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Bring your whole self to work for us at NUH. We love diversity and we value your difference, your unique skills, knowledge and experience. Becoming one of our people may realise your potential, helping us to raise our performance in delivering world class healthcare to the diverse patient populations we serve.
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are currently under-represented at NUH.
Covid-19 vaccination: remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. For helpful advice and information about the Covid-19 vaccination and how to access visit: https://nottsccg.nhs.uk/covid-19/covid-19-vaccinations/
Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Communication: All communication related to your application will be via the email address you have provided. Please ensure you check your email account including your junk email regularly.
Easy read application: if you have a disability and find it difficult to complete our online application form, you can apply via our easy read application which you can find on the intranet https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/easy-read-job-application
Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
Skilled Workers Visa: We welcome applications from individuals who require a skilled worker visa in line with the Home Office regulations. NON-UK/NON SETTLED candidates may not be appointed, if a suitably qualified and skilled UK/SETTLED candidate is successful at interview stage as it is unlikely that the Trust is able to satisfy the Home Office Visa requirements
ID and Right to work checks: NUH authenticate all ID and right to work documentation such as passports, visa’s and driving license through a system called Trust ID. NUH will scan your ID and right to work documentation in to the Trust ID system at your face to face ID appointment. The system will run a check against the key security features within your documentation. The system will provide us with an outcome of your check which will be stored securely on your personal file along with all other pre-employment check documentation.
Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
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