Job summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, who would like to join our stores team in the Pharmacy Department at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff.Stock management is crucial within pharmacy; this involves checking, receiving and storing medicines.
Ensuring that medicines are stored appropriately and securely, participating in stock-taking and the checking of medicines, is an important part of this role, so attention to detail is vital.Previous pharmacy experience would be an advantage, but full training will be provided.
You will also be required to undertake a NVQ level 2 / Buttercups qualification in pharmacy services.
Main duties of the job The post holder will visit wards to top-up stock medication, assemble the order and deliver it back to the wards.
Also receive and check orders from external suppliers before receiving it onto the pharmacy computer system.The post holder will also undertake various housekeeping duties, including checking and filing documents, processing waste and excess medicines, and other duties supporting the efficient and safe operation of the pharmacy department.
This post involves delivering medicines and IV fluids to wards, so previous experience of manual handling would be beneficial.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.
Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.
Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Experience Desirable Previous pharmacy experience Previous stores / warehouse experience Skills Essential Good communication skills Desirable Good teamwork