Pharmacy Assistant, Medicines Returns
| Posting date: | 16 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £27,515.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27515.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2024 |
| Location: | London, SE5 9RS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9213-24-0311 |
Summary
To work on designated wards and in the Pharmacy department to perform a range of pharmacy related duties in accordance with set procedures. To reduce wastage of medicines by assisting with medication transfer within the trust. To be responsible for processing the returns of excess stock or dispensed medication from the wards into the pharmacy stores or ward omnicell as per procedure, checking remaining appropriate shelf life and confirming quantities. To comply with SOPs relating to efficient stock control in the issue, return and recycling or safe disposal (as appropriate) of drugs from wards, departments & clinics. The post holder will assist the dispensary team in the delivery of dispensing activities in the dispensary. They will carry out duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. To be able to participate in a 7 day operational model including working weekends and bank holidays. To refer non-routine enquiries to a more senior member of staff as appropriate. To be able to use pharmacy computer systems correctly and enter data accurately. To ensure the safe, effective and economical use of drugs for all patients in the Trust. To be able to follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). To be able to dispense inpatient, outpatient and discharge medication accurately. To contribute to wider policies that has an impact within the pharmacy department and across the Trust.