Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust · Stockton on Tees, TS19 8PE
- Salary
- £25760.00 to £27476.00 p.a.
- Location
- Stockton on Tees, TS19 8PE
Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant role at North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust in Stockton on Tees, TS19 8PE. Salary: £25760.00 to £27476.00 p.a.. Source: NhsJobs. Apply directly with the employer via the link above.
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Job description
Following established SOPs to dispense prescriptions and requisitions timely and accurately using the ASCribe/Emis computer system and robotics. Self-check to ensure quality and accuracy of dispensed items prior to final technical check.
Dispense controlled drug prescriptions and ward orders from automated drug cabinets following SOPs. Accurate entries to be made in controlled drug registers to maintain stock control and legal requirements. Responsible for each individual entry any discrepancies being reported immediately to manager. Issue controlled drug stationary, prescription pads and requisition books ensuring necessary records are completed to approved staff. Monitor stock levels and inform manager when supplies are required.
Provide dispensing service on wards. Carry out Patient Orientated Pharmacy service after completing Medicine Management training and compilation of portfolio, subject to service requirements.
Carry out monthly cycle counts on all Omnicells, and reporting any issue to Principal Pharmacy Technician - Omnicells. Replenish A&E emergency Omnicell on a daily basis using generated reports. Assist Principal Pharmacy Technician in Omnicell project work.
Check the accuracy of the generation and selection of items for ward and departmental orders including ad hoc requisitions assembled by pharmacy assistants following SOPs. Ensure all items are correct, fit for purpose and in date. Inform staff of any discrepancies and ensure correction occurs. This includes use of robotics and Omnicell technology. Site dependent includes the use of Ascribe, robotics and Omnicell.
Responsible for ward stock supplies for designated ward or department. Maintain the stock to agreed levels on a weekly basis following SOPs. Monitor stock to ensure stock in date and fit for purpose. Site dependent includes the use of Ascribe, robotics and Omnicell.
Undertake training to include prescription/requisition/order entry onto the ASCribe computer system, accurate assembly and dispensing of medication and reception duties. Take responsibility for personal development and education including mandatory training via Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and targets set within annual appraisal. Participate in departmental dispensary training of new staff in SOPs and processes.
Responsible for counting daily stock takes, including robotics and Omnicells. Monitor accuracy of stock levels by reporting any discrepancies to line manager to ensure investigation. Maintain stock quality with regular expiry date checks. Dispose of expired / discontinued medication in a safe manner following the trust and departmental waste management procedure and COSHH regulations.
Record Homecare prescriptions against patient medical records using Ascribe Homecare module following SOPs.
Job description
Following established SOPs to dispense prescriptions and requisitions timely and accurately using the ASCribe/Emis computer system and robotics. Self-check to ensure quality and accuracy of dispensed items prior to final technical check.
Dispense controlled drug prescriptions and ward orders from automated drug cabinets following SOPs. Accurate entries to be made in controlled drug registers to maintain stock control and legal requirements. Responsible for each individual entry any discrepancies being reported immediately to manager. Issue controlled drug stationary, prescription pads and requisition books ensuring necessary records are completed to approved staff. Monitor stock levels and inform manager when supplies are required.
Provide dispensing service on wards. Carry out Patient Orientated Pharmacy service after completing Medicine Management training and compilation of portfolio, subject to service requirements.
Carry out monthly cycle counts on all Omnicells, and reporting any issue to Principal Pharmacy Technician - Omnicells. Replenish A&E emergency Omnicell on a daily basis using generated reports. Assist Principal Pharmacy Technician in Omnicell project work.
Check the accuracy of the generation and selection of items for ward and departmental orders including ad hoc requisitions assembled by pharmacy assistants following SOPs. Ensure all items are correct, fit for purpose and in date. Inform staff of any discrepancies and ensure correction occurs. This includes use of robotics and Omnicell technology. Site dependent includes the use of Ascribe, robotics and Omnicell.
Responsible for ward stock supplies for designated ward or department. Maintain the stock to agreed levels on a weekly basis following SOPs. Monitor stock to ensure stock in date and fit for purpose. Site dependent includes the use of Ascribe, robotics and Omnicell.
Undertake training to include prescription/requisition/order entry onto the ASCribe computer system, accurate assembly and dispensing of medication and reception duties. Take responsibility for personal development and education including mandatory training via Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and targets set within annual appraisal. Participate in departmental dispensary training of new staff in SOPs and processes.
Responsible for counting daily stock takes, including robotics and Omnicells. Monitor accuracy of stock levels by reporting any discrepancies to line manager to ensure investigation. Maintain stock quality with regular expiry date checks. Dispose of expired / discontinued medication in a safe manner following the trust and departmental waste management procedure and COSHH regulations.
Record Homecare prescriptions against patient medical records using Ascribe Homecare module following SOPs.
Description as published by the employer on NhsJobs.
About this pharmacist role in Stockton on Tees
This is a pharmacist vacancy at North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, based in Stockton on Tees. The role is listed on NhsJobs and forms part of the wider UK pharmacy jobs market tracked by PharmSee across 11 major chains and NHS sources. If you are researching pharmacist roles in Stockton on Tees, review the salary benchmark and similar open vacancies below to inform your application.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for this pharmacist role in Stockton on Tees?
The advertised salary for this pharmacist role at North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust is £25760.00 to £27476.00 p.a.. Typical pharmacist pay in Stockton on Tees varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.
Does North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?
Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 3 open pharmacy vacancies from North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust across the UK. Browse all North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.
How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Stockton on Tees?
PharmSee is currently tracking 4 active pharmacy vacancies in Stockton on Tees across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Stockton on Tees pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.
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