Job summary
Do you have previous pharmacy experience and ready for a supervisory role? Would you like a challenging job that really makes a difference?

If this interests you, then we would like to hear from you. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, pro-active and motivated Pharmacy Assistant to support our Technicians in our friendly Technical Services Unit.

To be successful in your application you will have NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills and BTEC level 2 Extended Certificate in Pharmacy Services or GPhC approved equivalent (or be willing to work towards this qualification).

You should also have GCSE English Language and Mathematics to a minimum of Grade C / 4 (or equivalent).

Previous experience within a Pharmacy is essential.

Main duties of the job
The post involves preparing a variety of different types of medicines aseptically for patients in a controlled manufacturing environment and also pre-packing of medicines in the Orsett pre-pack Unit.

You will need to be able to work accurately, efficiently and follow procedures at all times.

Cleaning of the area is an essential part of the role.

• Supervising pharmacy assistants on a daily basis
• Providing support to the Technicians.
• Carry out all work following standard operating procedures.
• Maintain competency in compounding, assembly, labelling and accuracy checking aseptic / over labelled and repack products.
• The compounding of all preparations dispensed within aseptic services.
• Prepare and calculate worksheets, transcribing patient information and doses from Chemocare.
• Assist with the training of pharmacy assistants and other less experienced staff.

Due to the critical nature of our work, you will have to meet the highest standards of discipline, personal hygiene and attention to detail.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £25,760 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 309-CSS-SO-3927
Job locations: Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL, United Kingdom

Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 / C

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy services

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrates ability to work in a team
• Experience of working in healthcare setting
• Experience of working in a Pharmacy setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

For questions about the job, contact: Laura Robinson, Chief Technician Technical Services, Laura.Robinson39@nhs.net, 03004436518