Rotational Pharmacy Assistant

Job summary

We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join our Dispensary and Purchasing and Distribution Team within the Main Pharmacy. We are a dynamic and fast paced team who are dedicated to the safe dispensing and distribution of medications to patients across the hospital.

We are looking for individuals who thrive working in a fast-paced environment, are flexible and have a positive attitude; with an enthusiasm to develop their skills and support an ever-evolving team.

If you can work as part of a team but also demonstrate working on your own initiative in a professional and timely manner, and display the Trust values, we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of this role is to support the function of the Dispensary and Purchasing and Distribution areas within the Pharmacy Department by performing a variety of tasks on a rotational basis.

Assist the pharmacy team, under the supervision of a registered Pharmacy Professional (i.e Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician) in providing high quality services to patients, Healthcare professionals and other services users.

Take part in the management of stock, including expiry date checking and actively participate in routine stock checks.

Take an active role in accurately dispensing medicines from the Dispensary in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), providing a high quality, efficient and timely service for inpatients, discharge to-take-away (TTA) medicines and other complex preparations.

To liaise with the pharmacy team and ward team to ensure stock levels are adequate for ward needs.

To support the over labelling and pre packing of medications.

Ensure the working environment is kept clean, tidy, in accordance with SOPs, Health and Safety and adhere to the Trust waste management policy.

Support the Lead Pharmacy Technician - Operations, Dispensary Manager and Purchasing and Distribution Leads in the delivery of an effective, efficient and professional Pharmacy.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing.

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Date posted

15 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,614 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

427-7081530

Job locations

Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath,

BA1 3NG

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

1. Good general standard of education demonstrating numeracy and literacy
2. Willing to complete a comprehensive training and competency programme.
3. Willing to complete Level 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services.

Desirable

1. Level 2 in Pharmacy Services.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

1. Demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of a team both alone and under supervision.
2. Able to work effectively under pressure
3. Computer literate

Desirable

1. Basic knowledge of stock control / stock rotation
2. Previous experience of working in a pharmacy
3. Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
4. Previous experience of working face to face with customers / patients

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath,

BA1 3NG

Employer's website

https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/