About the role
Salary: £12.71 an hour
We have an exciting
opportunity for a Pharmacy Support worker role in the East and North
Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust to join the Pharmacy Department at the Lister
Hospital. You will be responsible for undertaking and successfully completing a
Level 2 Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Health (Pharmacy Services) and/or
a Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) as part of your
role. You will work closely with the Pharmacy team, supporting the delivery of
safe and effective pharmacy services while developing your knowledge, skills
and experience within the department.
As a Pharmacy Support
Worker role, you will be responsible for assisting with the receipt, storage
and issue of pharmaceutical products, ensuring all associated records are
accurately maintained. You will be responsible for receiving deliveries at the
Pharmacy Stores door or collecting goods from the hospital rear entrance,
signing and dating receipts, and checking delivered items for quantity and
quality against orders and delivery documentation. You will be managing stock
using current inventory management systems, including Pharmacy automation, to
support the distribution and replenishment of pharmaceutical products. You will
be responsible for monitoring stock expiry dates in line with the agreed
timetable, accurately receipting goods onto the computer system, and using
guided pick technology to select and store items in their allocated locations.
You will also be responsible for using the Pharmacy automation system to input
and pick stock in accordance with established procedures.
To maintain accountability for the accuracy, security, and appropriate management of pharmacy stock within allocated areas, ensuring any concerns are identified and escalated through the appropriate channels.
To contribute to the effective coordination of pharmacy stores and distribution activities, supporting continuity of supply and ensuring operational requirements are addressed within agreed departmental arrangements.
To uphold established quality, safety, and governance standards when handling pharmaceutical products, recognising and reporting any circumstances that may compromise product condition, security, or compliance.
To support effective stock management by contributing to the identification of discrepancies, monitoring stock-related issues, and ensuring relevant information is communicated promptly to responsible team members.
To maintain effective working relationships with pharmacy colleagues and service users, providing appropriate operational support and communicating information clearly to facilitate the smooth running of the service.
To contribute to the continuous and reliable operation of the Pharmacy Stores and Distribution service by following departmental requirements, maintaining professional knowledge, and supporting service activities as required.