Pharmacy Assistant Dispensary

3 weeks ago

Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

**Dispensary duties**: dispense medicines for in-patients and patients on discharge and undertake related dispensary duties.

Dispense medicines for in-patients and patients on discharge, under the general direction of a Pharmacy Technician; including supply of controlled drugs, ensuring maintenance of associated records, in accordance with standard operating procedures.

You will liaise with pharmacy purchasing service about the availability of out-of-stock medicines / pharmaceutical sundries to ensure the completion of outstanding prescriptions.

Provide patients, patients’ representatives, staff and other people who visit or telephone the Pharmacy Department with an efficient and co-operative service by responding directly to their needs or, if necessary, referring to appropriate member of staff.
- Answer routine queries and resolve straightforward problems from patients and wards / specialties e.g. availability of medicines.
- Perform daily counts on specified lines as part of the departmental rolling stock take process. Check items have not exceeded their expiry date. Report any discrepancies to the Dispensary Manager.
- Maintain stocks in the Dispensary by putting away goods ordered by pharmacy Purchasing service.
- Replenish packaging materials required for dispensing process e.g. bottles, cartons, bags and other sundries.
- When required by the Dispensary Manager, cover the essential duties in the reception area, including receipt of prescriptions and forwarding of electronic, fax and postal requests to the appropriate sections.

You will work within our inpatient dispensary alongside an experienced team of pharmacists, technicians and assistants ensuring we provide an efficient service to all areas of the hospital.

Why work with us - Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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