Job overview
The Pharmacy Department at Furness General Hospital is looking for enthusiastic, well‑motivated individuals to join the team either full time or part time. Working within the Pharmacy main dispensary and on the wards, the post will involve ordering and dispensing medications for in‑patients and those being discharged from hospital.
Main duties of the job
Previous Pharmacy experience and an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services, or another recognised dispensing qualification, are essential for the Band 3 grade, together with competent IT skills and a good basic education including English and Maths to GCSE level. A progression / training role will be considered if you do not have the NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services; support will be given to complete the NVQ 2 on a Band 2 grade, and Band 3 grade will be awarded on completion of the qualification. Full training will be given to the successful applicants.
Education and qualifications
- English and Maths GCSE grade C or above
- NVQ and BTEC Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
- Completion of a recognised OTC sales course
Experience
- Experience in hospital pharmacy or another pharmacy setting
- Experience in dispensing medications, drugs receipt, record keeping and cold chain maintenance
- JAC trained
- Experience with clinical trials
- Experience with aseptic preparation
Skills, ability and knowledge
- Knowledge of pharmacy working procedures and current drug legislation
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations including COSHH
- Good communication skills, written and oral
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to prioritise workload with good attention to detail and accuracy
- Good manual, accuracy and analytical dispensing skills
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be Effortlessly Inclusive.
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