At a Glance
- Tasks: Dispense medications, advise patients, and manage stock for effective pharmacy services.
- Company: Join the NHS, a dedicated team improving patient care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and job security in a permanent role.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient health while developing your pharmaceutical skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for healthcare and ability to work in a team.
The predicted salary is between 14700 - 27596 £ per year.
Position Details
- Posting Date: 28 May 2024
- Salary: £25,147.00 to £27,596.00 per year
- Hours: Full time
- Closing Date: 05 June 2024
- Location: Wakefield, WF1 4DG
- Company: NHS Jobs
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047
Key Responsibilities
- Medicines Supply:
- Dispense and issue medications to patients using actual or faxed prescriptions.
- Provide advice to patients on effective and safe medication use.
- Handle payment for prescription charges and issue receipts when needed.
- Maintain accurate records for stock control and prescription issues using paper and computerised Pharmacy Information System (PIS).
- Coordinate with Procurement staff for urgent medication requirements and inform patients and healthcare staff about any supply issues.
- Dispense clinical trial medications and complete required documentation according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Handle specialist hospital-only and unlicensed medicines, ensuring detailed records.
- Dispense oral chemotherapy medications following SOP precautions.
- Replenish out-of-hours medicine cupboards, including A&E and Emergency drug cupboards, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Assist the lead Homecare Technician with the supply of medicines through Homecare Services, including order reviews and invoice reconciliation.
- Medicines Management:
- Foster effective communication between Pharmacy and Ward staff for a safe, efficient, and cost-effective medicines management service.
- Work with nursing staff and ward Pharmacist on new admissions, discharges, and transfers to prioritize Pharmacy services.
- Respond to queries from nurses and other healthcare professionals, referring clinical issues to the Pharmacist.
- Support medicines management pharmacists in developing and maintaining care plans for ward patients, including:
- Assisting in taking accurate medication histories.
- Leading assessments and reviews of medicines brought in by patients.
- Educating patients on treatment changes and medication self-management where appropriate.
- Coordinating with PCTs, GPs, Community Pharmacists, and carers for seamless care through accurate transmission of medicines-related information.
- Ensuring the safety and appropriateness of medicines for patients at discharge.
- Collaborate with and train nursing staff on medicine management policies.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing high-quality pharmaceutical care and meet the job requirements, we encourage you to apply for this role. Apply for this job through the NHS Jobs portal using Job Reference: C9377-PHARM0047. Don’t miss the opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on improving patient outcomes through effective medicines management.
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