Job summary
Employer heading
Weekend Assistant Technical Officer (Pharmacy Dispensary)
Band 2
Job overview
This post is an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to become an integral part of our weekend Pharmacy Dispensary service.
Under the supervision and support of a Pharmacy registered professional, the role will assist the hospital Dispensary team to deliver a safe and high-quality service to our patients and customers.
Experience isn't essential. We're looking for individuals with a professional outlook who can demonstrate good customer service skills and offer full in-house training.
The post holder will work rotationally at both the Queen's Medical Centre and City Hospital campus sites.
We get lots of interest in this position and may close the vacancy before the closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for applicants who are eager to learn, able to organise and prioritise their own work to meet deadlines and use their own initiative. Applicants will be expected to complete a Buttercups qualification in Pharmacy Services (if not already obtained).
A high level of concentration is required for long periods of time. You will need to be committed and adaptable to change. You'll help to demonstrate a positive image of the hospital Pharmacy department while showing a commitment to support the organisation's values and behaviours.
Working for our organisation
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths, English and two other subjects at Grade D or above
- Able to undertake the Buttercups Dispensing Couse if not already in possession of the qualification
- Able to achieve competencies for job role including in house training and validations
Desirable criteria
- Possession of or working towards NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services and BTEC or a Buttercups Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential criteria
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to perform and work under pressure
- Demonstrate ability to learn new skills
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a pharmacy environment
- Proven customer service experience
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karren Folkes
- Job title
- Chief Technician
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07812 279962
- Additional information
Nicola Fountain ([email protected])
Mobile: 07812279962
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