Job summary We arecurrently recruiting Pharmacy Dispensers and welcome applications on a full andpart time basis.
We currently have permanent and fixed term posts availableYou will joinour rotational team largely in Sunderland Royal Hospital but will be required towork across our three Pharmacies and support our manufacturing teams.
OurInpatient pharmacy supplies pharmaceutical items to wards and departmentsacross our various sites and also supports the medicine management team.
OurOutpatient pharmacy dispenses prescriptions to patients attending outpatientclinics within the three outpatient sites operated by our dispensing partnerCHoICE.
Our Manufacturing team aseptically prepare medicines for individualpatients.
It is essentialthat applicants have NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services and have some experienceof working in a busy Pharmacy.
Training in manufacturing can be provided forthose applicants with a community pharmacy background.
The successful candidatewill be supported to undertake the Accredited Checking course after being inpost for 6 months.
This roleoperates across a shift pattern which includes Monday Friday ,weekend working and late night /For furtherdetails on these opportunities please contact Pauline Carr or Susan Questa,Senior Pharmacy Techniciansvia or Main duties of the job Candidateshould have achieved NVQ LEVEL 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy services, you wouldbe expected to undertake an accredited checking course after 6 months in post.Post isrotational including South Tyneside and Sunderland Outpatient pharmacies.You would beexpected to be part of a late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas.You should beadaptable, methodical and have excellent communication and time keeping skills.You must be able to work well within the team and also have the ability to workon your own initiative to deliver excellent patient care.
We work inconjunction with the pharmacy education team and we assist with training of newstaff which you would be expected to undertake About us Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required.One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust.
From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams.
We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities.
We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT.
We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents.
We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000.
We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description Job responsibilities To dispense prescriptions for inpatients, dischargedoutpatients and to aid in the supply of medicines to wards and otherdepartments.
To assist in the provisionand development of pharmacy services and medicine management systems to SouthTyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT).Duties and Responsibilitiesof the Post:To dispense and where appropriate check prescriptions for inpatients,discharged or outpatients as per standard practice at STSFTTo assist in the replenishment of medicine supplies to wards and otherdepartments.To ensure that the working areas are maintained in a clean and tidycondition, free from unwanted materials and equipment.To ensure that any faults or damaged equipment or facilities arereported immediately to the Senior Technicians or Pharmacists.To be aware of Health and Safety/COSHH issues regarding handling ofpotentially hazardous materials and comply with policies and proceduresrelating to their handling.To promote and participate in the concept of clinical governance toPharmacy.To participate in rotas covering evenings, weekend, and bank holidays.To undertake other reasonable duties to meeting the needs of theservice as directed by the Chief Pharmacist/Pharmacy Directorate Manager.PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE Person Specification Experience Essential Relevant pharmaceutical experience dispensing prescriptions, dealing with the public Desirable Experience in dealing with patients Attitude Desirable Well Motivated Qualifications Essential Recognised Pharmaceutical Qualification (NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services).
Must undertake accredited checking course after 6 months in post.
Desirable Accuracy Checking Qualification Physical/Mental Abilities Essential Ability to work under pressure Physically capable of doing the job Skills Essential Adaptable Good communication skills Good Team Worker Ability to work on own initiative Desirable Organisational Skills Ability to prioritise workload