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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Preston

AI generated summary

  • You should be enthusiastic, patient-focused, and experienced as a pharmacy dispenser, eager to work in a hospital setting and support patient care in a dynamic pharmacy department.
  • You will assist in preparing and supplying medicines, manage stock control, sort medications, dispose of unwanted medicines, and perform dispensary duties.

Requirements

  • Are you an enthusiastic hard working and patient focussed person with an interest in pharmacy?
  • Are you currently working as a pharmacy dispenser in community and are looking to gain experience in a hospital setting?
  • If you are keen to join a forward thinking pharmacy department supporting patient care we would love to hear from you.
  • The Pharmacy Department at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to be able to offer a vacancy for a Pharmacy Assistant – dispensing services
  • As an employer we have earned a reputation for focusing on the development of our staff and for being an organisation people are proud to work for.
  • The wellbeing of staff is important to us; we have a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team who provide support on a range of topics, run fitness classes and organise mindfulness sessions
  • We are one of the largest trusts in the country, providing district general hospital services to people in Preston and Chorley and specialist care (Neurology, Neurosurgery, Burns and Plastics, Oncology and Renal Medicine) to 1.5m people across Lancashire and South Cumbria in addition we are proud to be the regional Major Trauma Centre providing life and limb saving treatment for patients throughout Lancashire and South Cumbria.
  • Working with pharmacy teams to prepare and supply medicines products directly towards for patient use
  • Stock control including ordering, receipting drug deliveries stock rotation, expiry checking and date checking
  • Sorting medications, disposing of unwanted medicines and updating pharmacy computer.
  • Medicines supply
  • Dispensary based duties

Responsibilities

  • Working with pharmacy teams to prepare and supply medicines products directly towards for patient use
  • Stock control including ordering, receipting drug deliveries stock rotation, expiry checking and date checking
  • Sorting medications, disposing of unwanted medicines and updating pharmacy computer.
  • Medicines supply
  • Dispensary based duties

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Dispensary Pharmacy Assistant position?

While specific qualifications may vary, relevant experience in community pharmacy as a dispenser is preferred.

Is training provided for new employees?

Yes, the Pharmacy Department offers various development opportunities to help new employees learn about working in a hospital setting and enhance their skills.

What are the working hours for the Dispensary Pharmacy Assistant role?

The working hours may vary, but typically they align with the pharmacy department's operational hours.

Is there an emphasis on employee wellbeing in this role?

Yes, the organization has a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team providing support, fitness classes, and mindfulness sessions for staff.

Can I contact someone for more information about the position?

Yes, you can contact James Miles, the Dispensary Team Leader, via email at james.miles@lthtr.nhs.uk or by phone at 01257245253.

Will I have the opportunity to interact with different teams in the hospital?

Yes, the role involves working closely with various pharmacy teams and interacting with people from different roles within the hospital.

How does this role contribute to patient care?

As a Dispensary Pharmacy Assistant, you will help prepare and supply medicines, ensuring patients receive the necessary medications promptly and safely.

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

The specifics regarding full-time or part-time status should be confirmed with the department as they may vary depending on operational needs.

What type of work will I be doing in this position?

You will be involved in stock control, sorting medications, dispensing duties, and updating pharmacy records, all aimed at supporting patient care.

Do I need to have previous hospital experience to apply?

Previous hospital experience is not required, but having experience as a pharmacy dispenser in the community is preferred.

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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of healthcare services, including acute care, emergency services, and specialized treatments, across hospitals in Lancashire. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care and improve health outcomes for their patients. Their purpose is to enhance patient well-being and community health through excellent clinical services, research, and education.