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At West Suffolk, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to delivering the best quality and safest care to our local communities and need committed and skilled people to help us achieve this.Are you a proactive, passionate person who wants to provide exceptional care for our patients and a quality service to all? If yes, we are currently recruiting for aRotational Pharmacy Assistantto join our team at West Suffolk Hospital.The post holder will work across different areas of the pharmacy department, including Inpatient and Outpatient Dispensary, Reception, Distribution, Goods-In, and Pharmacy Stores, according to rotation plans and departmental needs. Quality Assurance may also be included in rotation plans.Rotational Pharmacy Assistants are valued team members, crucial for maintaining effective workflow through their versatility and knowledge of work practices.This role offers a great opportunity to build a career in pharmacy and make a real difference in patients' lives.This position is not covered by the Health and Social Care Visa and does not meet sponsorship requirements for a Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa.Applicants must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for 3 years, as training is funded by the UK Apprenticeship scheme.As part of the pharmacy team, the post holder will dispense and label medicines, including controlled drugs, for wards and departments both internal and external to the Trust.Responsibilities include conducting ward stock checks, receiving and storing medicines procured from wholesalers, and performing reception duties with effective communication and organizational skills.If not already qualified, the post holder will start studying the Level 2 Pharmacy Services Apprenticeship within approximately 12-18 months of starting. Support for achieving this qualification and career progression will be provided.#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community.We serve over a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk, providing hospital, home, and community-based care.Our hospital, in Bury St Edmunds, offers acute and secondary care services and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Cambridge.We also offer community services in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, including nursing, therapy, and rehabilitation services.We are committed to outstanding clinical outcomes, guided by our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork.With nearly 5,000 staff from diverse backgrounds, we aim to be a great place to work. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone's voice counts. #BeKnown for who you are.Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?Please see the full job description for details.Key TasksPerform tasks according to departmental procedures under supervision.Reception duties including handling inpatient and outpatient requests, managing charges, and customer service.Participate in ward stock management, processing stock orders, and ensuring timely issue and return of pharmaceuticals.Receive and store pharmaceuticals and medical devices, manage stock, and participate in stock checks.Participate in the ward stock bulk fluid top-up service and ensure proper storage and cleanliness.#J-18808-Ljbffr