Job summary
- Main area
- Clinical Support
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 188-CL270724
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University Hospital Southampton
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £22,816.00 - £24,336.00 or Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata.
- Closing
- 30/07/2024 23:59
- Interview date
- 06/08/2024
Employer heading
Senior Pharmacy Support Worker
Band 3
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Medicines Management team consists of pharmacy technicians and support workers, providing ward based services covering the majority of inpatient areas of Southampton General Hospital. Delivering a forward thinking and developing service the Medicines Management team work closely with each other and pharmacist colleagues to play a vital role in the patient journey and ensuring patient safety.
With an in-house training programme we support and encourage our staff through their development. With opportunities to work on projects, be involved in audits and contribute to the training and mentoring of staff this is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, patient focussed team.
The department is moving towards 7 day working. All staff are required to contribute to extended hours, weekend and bank holidays as part of their core hours. Weekend working will be 1 weekend in 6 and in addition no more than a 1 in 10 late night commitment unless specifically agreed on appointment.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Working as part of a team you will;
• assess patient’s medication brought in from home for use during their inpatient stay
• manage and supply patient specific medication and ward stock
• label, dispense and transport medication at ward level and within dispensary
• assess and return medication to stock and transfer medication between areas
• update ward plans and liaise with other Medicines Management and pharmacy staff to provide near-patient services, assisting with timely delivery of pharmacy services and patient discharges around the Trust
For this role you will;
• need to have, or be working towards NVQ Level 2 (with a minimum of three core competencies completed) in Pharmaceutical Services or equivalent (unit 204 of NVQ 2 and hospital experience would be an advantage)
• be enthusiastic about working in a team, comfortable working individually and dedicated to providing the best possible service for the best possible patient outcome
• have experience working in pharmacy and be keen to develop and contribute to an emerging role
• have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• be self-motivated, flexible and adaptable.
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential criteria
- NVQ 2 in Pharmacy or other Level 2 approved GPhC qualification for pharmacy support staff or equivalent experience
- Other healthcare qualifications
- GCSEs in science-based or other role specific relevant subjects
Desirable criteria
- 2 GCSE’s or equivalent grades A* - C or 4-9 in English and Maths (If qualifications gained outside the UK evidence of equivalent standards must be demonstrated at interview)
- Supervisory qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience of supervision
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential criteria
- Use of information technology in the workplace or within education or voluntary sector
- Standard keyboard skills
- Previous pharmacy experience (hospital or community) or supervisory experience
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in health or social care (if not pharmacy)
- Experience in stock control i.e., receiving, maintaining and / or issuing stock
- Clinical trials or research experience (Clinical trials only)
- Use of till and / or handling money in a work environment (RSH posts only)
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential criteria
- Customer service skills in the workplace or voluntary sector
- Communicate effectively with others in English both in speaking and writing
- Able to demonstrate ability to pass Numeracy test at interview
- Ability to follow procedures
- Attention to detail and accurate working
- Able to work independently and prioritise work.
- Motivated and self-reliant and organised
- Adaptable particularly able to work in busy, noisy and changing environments
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrate times when able to work effectively under pressure
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Tasha Woloszyniuk
- Job title
- Lead Pharmacy Technician - Medicines Management
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02380777222
- Additional information
Contact name: Marie Muir
Contact job title: Senior Pharmacy Support Worker
Contact email address: [email protected]
Contact telephone number: 02380777222
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