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• Support the supply of pharmaceuticals including controlled drugs, aseptically prepared products and cytotoxics from the dispensary, pharmacy stores and pharmacy aseptic unit to patients, wards and departments against signed requisitions. This may include supporting dispensing and manufacturing and is carried out following departmental SOPs and under the direct supervision of a technician or pharmacist.

• Carry out the requisitioning, distribution (movement of stock) and receipt of stock in all pharmacy departments and on wards (ward replenishment incorporating Omnicell automated cabinets) utilising the stock control programme on the pharmacy management (computer) system.

• Store and retrieve medication using both automated robots within the pharmacy department.

• Receive into the department (this includes dispensary, stores and aseptic unit) work requests for patients and wards. Provide the patient or ward staff with appropriate information on how the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Dealing with any basic queries concerning the supply of medication from patients or staff members, including phone queries, referring them to an appropriate member of the team to answer any clinical or technical queries.

• Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Adhere to cleaning and hygiene procedures in the aseptic unit. Ensure stock is rotated and in date.

• Following the Returns and disposal of medicines in pharmacy SOP ensure all excess stock is removed from wards and returned to pharmacy stock.

• Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.

• Work flexibly across all of pharmacy departments including Rugby St Cross, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.

• Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.

• Participate in Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

Please see the attached Job description for further details.

Job description

• Support the supply of pharmaceuticals including controlled drugs, aseptically prepared products and cytotoxics from the dispensary, pharmacy stores and pharmacy aseptic unit to patients, wards and departments against signed requisitions. This may include supporting dispensing and manufacturing and is carried out following departmental SOPs and under the direct supervision of a technician or pharmacist.

• Carry out the requisitioning, distribution (movement of stock) and receipt of stock in all pharmacy departments and on wards (ward replenishment incorporating Omnicell automated cabinets) utilising the stock control programme on the pharmacy management (computer) system.

• Store and retrieve medication using both automated robots within the pharmacy department.

• Receive into the department (this includes dispensary, stores and aseptic unit) work requests for patients and wards. Provide the patient or ward staff with appropriate information on how the drugs will be dispatched and the likely waiting time. Dealing with any basic queries concerning the supply of medication from patients or staff members, including phone queries, referring them to an appropriate member of the team to answer any clinical or technical queries.

• Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Adhere to cleaning and hygiene procedures in the aseptic unit. Ensure stock is rotated and in date.

• Following the Returns and disposal of medicines in pharmacy SOP ensure all excess stock is removed from wards and returned to pharmacy stock.

• Assist in basic clerical duties including filing and photocopying.

• Work flexibly across all of pharmacy departments including Rugby St Cross, covering the work of colleagues during peak periods or absence.

• Participate in appropriate training and development activities including your own personal development and participate in the education and training of colleagues.

• Participate in Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

Please see the attached Job description for further details.

What is the salary for this pharmacist role in Coventry?

The advertised salary for this pharmacist role at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is £25272.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacist pay in Coventry varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 3 open pharmacy vacancies from University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust across the UK. Browse all University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Coventry?

PharmSee is currently tracking 7 active pharmacy vacancies in Coventry across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Coventry pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

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