Job Description

We are looking for a senior assistant technical officer to support our stores and procurement staff in the efficient running of these departments.Applicants must possess a good standard of education with good computer, communication and manual handling skills. They must be able to work well in a team, prioritise and organize their own work and work efficiently and accurately. An understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues is essential.Successful candidates will be enrolled onto the weekend, bank holiday and late night rota once adequately trained.Progression onto band 3 pay scale will be achieved with the completion of the relevant dispensary qualification. Candidates with a previous dispensing qualification may be eligible for advancement without additional qualifications being completed.Pharmacy experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.** Previous applicants need not apply **Main duties of the jobMain Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in organising, managing and maintaining the efficient running of ward distribution services at Weston.Assist in organising and managing the purchase of medicines.Help maintain the appropriate supply of medical gases.Assist with the training of Pharmacy staff to NVQ level 2 whilst in the stores departmentDispensaryTo dispense routine prescriptions including discharge, inpatient and controlled drug requests, in accordance with standard operating procedures under the supervision of the Responsible Pharmacist.To provide advice to nurses and other staff on the supply of pharmaceutical products.Undertake telephone answering and receptionist duties within the dispensary.To assist and attempt to resolve problems associated with the dispensing process.Support the dispensary at busy times and times of staff shortages.About usUniversity Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.DetailsDate posted09 May 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salaryxc2xa323,615 to xc2xa325,674 a year dependant on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number387-DT4509-LH-AJob locationsWeston General HospitalGrange Road, UphillWeston-Super-MareBS23 4TQJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.Person SpecificationKnowledge & ExperienceEssential

• Understanding of confidentiality and how it is important in a healthcare setting

• Previous work experience in a hospital and/or a pharmacy
• Experience using CMM and ARIM software
• Manual handling experience
• Knowledge of pharmacy procurement systems

• Computer literate
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to problem-solve

• An ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Good time management
• Flexible
• Good attention to detail

• Minimum of 3 GCSE(s) at passing grade (or equivalent)
• Willingness to work towards procurement and dispensary qualifications if not already attained

• Previous pharmacy dispensing qualification

• Understanding of confidentiality and how it is important in a healthcare setting

• Previous work experience in a hospital and/or a pharmacy
• Experience using CMM and ARIM software
• Manual handling experience
• Knowledge of pharmacy procurement systems

• Computer literate
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to problem-solve

• An ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Good time management
• Flexible
• Good attention to detail

• Minimum of 3 GCSE(s) at passing grade (or equivalent)
• Willingness to work towards procurement and dispensary qualifications if not already attained

• Previous pharmacy dispensing qualification

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