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We are looking to recruit a Apprentice Pharmacy Support Worker to join our caring, forward thinking Pharmacy team.
This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in hospital pharmacy.
Prior pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential as all training will be provided on the job.
You will need to hold GCSE certificates in English & Maths. To complete the Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship you will undertake a Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills, via blended learning.
Your duties will include:
• Working in the dispensary ensuring the safe and efficient supply of medicines to patients.
• Ordering, receipt and supply of stock medication to wards, theatres and clinics.
• Participate in the environmental monitoring of the Aseptic Unit. Prepare clean room garments for use in the clean rooms, maintain stocks and dispatch items to wards/clinics.
You must be reliable and enthusiastic and have a desire to learn and work towards a nationally recognised qualification if not already held.
The suitable candidate should have a methodical approach to their work, the ability to use their own initiative and be committed to ensuring that high standards are met. Good communication skills are essential.
For an informal discussion or any more information please contact Nichola Ambrosini Tel: 01253 953780
You will be required to work on a rotational basis through the Dispensary, Distribution and Production unit.
You will develop Pharmacy skills required in the job description skills including the issuing of medicines to patients in all areas of the department, Accurately dispense prescriptions which have been previously clinically checked by a pharmacist, for wards and departments, ordering, storage and maintaining pharmaceutical stock according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)’s, customer service skills and communication skills.
You will be supported by our education and training team in the work place while also extending your Pharmacy knowledge and skills by attending distance learning and completing work based activities. Completion of this training could also be used as step towards gaining a professional qualification as a Registered Pharmacy Technician.
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Training will be given on the job and once in post the post holder must complete an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services and a Btec Level 2 Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science. This could lead on to further qualifications in this area for the right candidate.
Due to the current Government eligibility criteria for Government funded apprenticeship schemes, we are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years, and who are not already in any form of Government funded education.
If successful after interview and all pre-employment checks are completed satisfactorily, a start date will be agreed and enrolment to the apprenticeship which will include an initial assessment will take place within 2 weeks of your start date
This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Jan 2024
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