Locum General Medicine SHONHS Medical

3 months ago


Surrey, United Kingdom Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

Job overview

Epsom & St Helier Staff Bank are looking for an experienced Band 3 Bank Senior Dispensing Assistant  to join their team. The role is required to provide a co-ordinated pharmaceutical service which is broad-based, cost-effective and efficient.

You will also be required to promote safe, legal, rational and economic use of medicines and all allied products to all its clients.

In addition you will need to assist in the efficient economical running of the pharmacy service by dispensing prescriptions in accordance with departmental policies and by maintaining accurate stock levels of pharmaceutical products in wards and departments, including Pharmacy.

Main duties of the job

To undertake in-patient, discharge and out-patient dispensing using the Pharmacy Computer System and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures To assist in the stock management in the dispensary by maintaining accurate stock levels in all areas including the completion of daily stock take sheets, as well as general housekeeping duties, e.g. tidying shelves, reshelving medicines To assist with the ward / departmental topping up service to ensure that appropriate pharmaceutical products and consumables are available for use by relevant health care personnel as required To routinely check expiry dates of all stock, ensuring good stock rotation and correct storage conditions, maintaining a log as required and reporting any exceptions to the Principal/Senior Technician To monitor and log fridge temperatures on a daily basis, reporting any exceptions to the Senior Technician To prepare, update and print computerised lists for stock issues for all relevant clients To assist in the maintenance of accurate records and information by the correct use of the Pharmacy Computer System and prescription tracking system and by filing prescriptions, requisitions and other pharmaceutical information To order/requisition stock from the Pharmacy Store as required To maintain a clean, tidy and organised work area To assist in the collection of performance/workload/audit data as require

Further information is in the attached JD.

Working for our organisation

"At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values." OUR MISSION: 'TO PUT THE PATIENT FIRST BY DELIVERING GREAT CARE TO EVERY PATIENT, EVERY DAY' Theres never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients. Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder is required to:-

Work within agreed Trust and departmental policies and procedures and to accepted standards of practice. Work on other sites in the Trust by agreement. Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade. Ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity. Treat patients and customers with dignity and courtesy. Ensure that medicines do not fall into unauthorised hands. Have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and to comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH. Promote Equal Opportunities and to comply with the requirements of the legislation and the Trust’s policies. Attend such training courses and meetings as are necessary for the efficient performance of the post holder’s duties. Participate in the Trust’s appraisal system. Comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Comply with the Trust’s No Smoking Policy. Comply with Duty of Candour principles.

This job description is a reflection of the current position and may change in emphasis or detail in the light of subsequent service developments.

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

Essential criteria

NVQ Level 2 pharmacy services

EXPERIENCE

Desirable criteria

Knowledge of stock rotation & expiry dates Experience working in a hospital or community pharmacy

SKILLS / ABILITIES

Essential criteria

Good time management skills Good telephone manner Keyboard skills Good interpersonal skills Good customer relation skills Good communication skills (verbal and written) Basic mathematical ability Ability to work under pressure Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work accurately and methodically Ability to organise own workload

Desirable criteria

Computer literate Experience of CMM Pharmacy Computer System

GENERAL

Essential criteria

Efficient Reliable attendance Flexible Caring Willingness to learn

Our mission: ‘to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’

There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.

Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.

We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.

FURTHER INFORMATION

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE**

**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CONTACT ALL APPLICANTS VIA EMAIL AND NOT BY POST. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CHECK YOUR RECRUITMENT SYSTEM ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS. YOU CAN ACCESS THIS ACCOUNT VIA OUR WEB SITE> Work for Us > Current Vacancies > My Job Account**

For new entrants into the NHS, your pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands, will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised.

If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion.

ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching.



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