JOB-20240830-fed11a3d
Job Title: Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant - Stores and Distribution
Specialism: Pharmacy - Stores and Distribution
Location: Croydon, London
Salary: Up to £15.52 per hour
Type: Full-time, 6 Months
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with an opportunity to earn up to £15.52 per hour? We are currently seeking a Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant - Stores and Distribution to join our bustling team in Croydon, London. This full-time position spans over 6 months and provides a vibrant working environment in the heart of one of London's most lively boroughs. Dive into a dynamic role where your contributions are pivotal to ensuring that pharmacy services run smoothly and efficiently across the organisation.
Perks and benefits
- Locum job: Experience the flexibility and diversity that locum work offers. It lets you choose when and where you work, so you can enjoy a better work-life balance.
- Competitive Pay: Benefit from a generous pay rate that recognises and rewards your expertise and dedication.
- Skill Development: Enhance your pharmacy skills and gain invaluable experience in a supportive environment.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a diverse team of professionals, opening doors to future career opportunities.
What you will do
- Deliver an effective and high-quality pharmacy service in Stores and Distribution.
- Order, receive, and distribute pharmaceutical stock to wards and clinics.
- Assist the Lead Technician - Stores and Distribution for optimal service delivery.
- Support the planning and coordination of daily and weekly pharmacy store tasks.
- Carry out ward top-up services efficiently.
- Conduct expiry date checks on pharmaceutical stock.
- Supply ambient and cold-chain medicines ensuring compliance with storage guidelines.
- Assist in maintaining robust stock control and inventory management processes.
- Ensure the timely distribution of medicines throughout the Trust.
- Maintain accurate records of stock movement and supply.
Requirements
- Experience: Proven experience as a Pharmacy Assistant.
- Pharmacy knowledge: Familiarity with stores and distribution functions in a pharmacy setting.
- Stock handling: Ability to effectively handle pharmaceutical stock.
- Ward top-ups: Experience in ward top-ups.
- Organisation: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Teamwork: Experience working collaboratively within a pharmacy team.
- CV: A CV that meets client criteria.
Desirable Requirements
- NHS experience: Prior NHS pharmacy experience.
- Stock control: Competence in pharmacy stock control.
- Cold-chain: Experience handling cold-chain medicines.
- Hospital pharmacy: Experience within hospital pharmacy stores.
Why Croydon? Beyond the rewarding career opportunity, Croydon offers an eclectic mix of urban living with plenty of parks, shopping areas, and cultural hotspots. It's a place where there's always something happening, making it an exciting place to live and work. Plus, with excellent transport links, you'll enjoy easy access to central London and beyond. Join us and experience the vibrant heart of Croydon!
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Band 3 Pharmacy Assistant - Stores and Distribution employer: Sanctuary Personnel
Sanctuary Personnel is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Social Workers in the Children Looked After Team. Located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, employees benefit from competitive salaries, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. The company's commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to their community.
