We currently have vacancies in the Pharmacy Procurement & Logistics Department at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) for Pharmacy Support Workers. The main function of the role is to supply stock medicines to units and pharmacies inside the hospital and to other areas within the local area. This is a 1 year fixed term contract.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Pharmacy Logistics Distribution team supports many wards, pharmacies and clinics within UHS and the surrounding areas by providing stock medications. This involves working in ward areas as well as in the pharmacy store. As part of a larger ever expanding pharmacy team we are constantly evolving to meet demand.
The current hours of work are 8.30 - 17.00 for 4 days a week and 10.30 - 19.00 on 1 day with an hour for lunch. Weekend hours are 09.00 – 17.00 with 30 minutes for lunch on either a Saturday or Sunday. Weekend shifts are covered on a rota basis with a commitment to working 1 in 6 weekends. You will be trained in-house gaining competencies in all aspects of pharmacy distribution work. There is provision for some team members to gain an apprenticeship position which is supported in the workplace but is not essential for the role. We are a friendly, diverse team who support each other and work together aiming to provide the best possible service to our customers.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The main tasks are
This is a demanding role primarily based in a store environment. Work on ward areas does not involve patient contact. You will be supported in a training programme and there will be the opportunity to gain a recognised accredited qualification in pharmacy & supply if desired.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for friendly and reliable applicants. You’ll need to have
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trust’s in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability.
As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You’ll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our Live Well and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health.
UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON
UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Interviews will be held on, Wednesday, 03 February 2021 and Thursday 04 February 2021
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.
Head to our careers portal thinkuhs.co.uk where you’ll find information about:
- Our values and vision
- Our services and teams
- Benefits we offer our staff
- UK professional body registration
- Information about our city
- Relocating to Southampton
- Our fantastic staff and their work
To find out what our staff think about working here, you may also wish to look at our most recent friends and family test and NHS staff survey results, or our latest CQC report.
Getting to work should be as easy as possible and that’s why we have introduced the UHS travel promise – a commitment from the Trust that we will provide reasonable travel options for every member of staff. Every member of staff will be provided with either park and ride access or an onsite permit. Eligibility for an onsite permit is dependent on the nature and requirements of the role. All staff can also access a range of discounted benefits relating to travel including reduced price bus tickets, purchase of salary sacrifice bikes and ultra-low emission cars.
Equality remains at the centre of our policymaking, service delivery, and employment practice, giving all employees equal opportunity to develop, apply for promotions, and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.
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