Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated, adaptable and conscientious full time Pharmacy Assistant to join our existing team.

Please note there are 2 positions available -1 X Permanent 37.5 hours per week vacancy AND 1 X Fixed term 12 months 37.5 hours per week vacancy 

Previous experience of community/hospital pharmacy is desirable, however this may be an ideal first job opportunity as full training in all areas will be given to the successful candidate.

Your duties will be rotational between Wards Services, Dispensary and Pharmacy Stores and to aid in delivery of medications efficiently and effectively around the Trust.

The successful candidate will be expected to possess or study toward an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services. 

There will be a requirement to participate in extended hours working including weekends and bank holiday on a rotational basis.

Main duties of the job

To deliver Medicines to the wards and clinics of the hospital.
To deliver and collect controlled drugs to wards/departments in accordance with written procedures.
To ensure adequate stocks are maintained and replenished in all areas of the pharmacy department from various stores, maintaining all necessary manual and computer records.
To assist in the maintenance of adequate stock levels within the Pharmacy and to refer to the Senior Technician where appropriate.
To carry out   routine stock and date checks in all areas  of the department.
To ensure that items not supplied at the time of dispensing are supplied as soon as possible and records maintained of those drugs distributed by post or other non- standard  methods. Inappropriate delays are to be brought to the attention of senior members of staff      as necessary.
The following up of orders with office staff and liaising with senior members of staff as necessary.
To determine pharmaceutical requirements for wards and departments from a stock list and  assemble these orders and requisitions. Where required, to take orders back to wards and             departments and put them away in the correct place.

Working for our organisation

Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team —  clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising  individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a  meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

What can SaTH Pharmacy offer you?

Patient focused service
Supportive and friendly team
Opportunities for personal development
A department open to new ways of working

What can SaTH offer you?

To be part of a trust embarking on a transformational journey
A supportive environment to enable further development of your career and your skills.
A developing trust with recent substantial financial investment to develop the facilities and services
Access to our Leadership Academy

Our vision is simple

To provide excellent care to our communities we serve.

We’re looking for people who want to help us achieve this vision, who will help us make a difference.

So:

Apply today
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.