Pharmacy Assistant

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Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Derby Hospital | Pharmacy | Bank | Part Time |

Up to £13 per hour depending on experience

Build a brighter future while you're helping us build a healthier nation. At Nuffield Health, our approach is to fully integrate medicines into a personalised pathway of patient care. That means you'll benefit from a way of working that allows you to do the best job you can. It's everything you need to grow your career. It starts with you.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Pharmacy Assistant you will;

To monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels

To assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems

To receive goods in appropriately checking against purchase orders/delivery notes, dealing with issues/anomalies as they arise and escalating appropriately

To review invoice queries as appropriate

To monitor stock levels within the pharmacy department

To monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups

To assist with supplying stock to other departments

To participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes

To store all pharmaceutical products appropriately maintaining security and correct environmental conditions

To carry out expiry date checking of pharmaceutical stock in designated areas and record appropriately

To dispose of medicines in accordance with statutory requirements

To manage the stock supply of emergency drugs in accordance with local resuscitation polices

To assemble monthly stock evaluation reports

About us

Nuffield Health Derby Hospital

The Nuffield Health Derby Hospital is a modern, purpose-built hospital with 38 en-suite beds, three operating theatres, and together with a comprehensive range of outpatient services.

The Radiology department is a small but busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, MRI and CT. Set in beautiful grounds, we're about 3 miles from the city centre, within easy reach of all major roads and bus routes.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

JR0102453

Job locations

Rykneld Road

Derby

DE23 4SN

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Derby Hospital | Pharmacy | Bank | Part Time |

Up to £13 per hour depending on experience

As a Bank Pharmacy Assistant you will;

To monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels
To assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
To receive goods in appropriately checking against purchase orders/delivery notes, dealing with issues/anomalies as they arise and escalating appropriately
To review invoice queries as appropriate
To monitor stock levels within the pharmacy department
To monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups
To assist with supplying stock to other departments
To participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
To store all pharmaceutical products appropriately maintaining security and correct environmental conditions

Dispensary and Patient Services

To assist in the dispensing of medicines accurately selecting the correct quantity of medicine required and assembling, labelling and processing them in a safe, efficient and timely manner
To carry out final accuracy check on dispensed items within scope of qualification and experience
To provide basic advice to customers under the supervision of the Pharmacist, understanding when to refer on appropriately
To assemble pre-packed or over- labelled batches of medicines for out of hours dispensing

Team support

To clean and restore equipment and work areas, leaving them in a suitable condition for future use.
To maintain appropriate levels of Pharmacy consumable items within the department e.g. cartons, bags, labels etc.
To identify any problems within work areas, including equipment, pharmacy orders, medicines, prescriptions, signed orders and escalate appropriately.
To assist with storing all documentation within recommendations for the retention of pharmacy records
To assist with workplace audits as required by the Pharmacy Manager
To follow the correct procedures and any relevant policies and guidelines at all times including all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control policy and guidelines.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £35.00 a month.

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications).

It starts with you.

Job responsibilities

Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Derby Hospital | Pharmacy | Bank | Part Time |

Up to £13 per hour depending on experience

As a Bank Pharmacy Assistant you will;

To monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels
To assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
To receive goods in appropriately checking against purchase orders/delivery notes, dealing with issues/anomalies as they arise and escalating appropriately
To review invoice queries as appropriate
To monitor stock levels within the pharmacy department
To monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups
To assist with supplying stock to other departments
To participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
To store all pharmaceutical products appropriately maintaining security and correct environmental conditions

Dispensary and Patient Services

To assist in the dispensing of medicines accurately selecting the correct quantity of medicine required and assembling, labelling and processing them in a safe, efficient and timely manner
To carry out final accuracy check on dispensed items within scope of qualification and experience
To provide basic advice to customers under the supervision of the Pharmacist, understanding when to refer on appropriately
To assemble pre-packed or over- labelled batches of medicines for out of hours dispensing

Team support

To clean and restore equipment and work areas, leaving them in a suitable condition for future use.
To maintain appropriate levels of Pharmacy consumable items within the department e.g. cartons, bags, labels etc.
To identify any problems within work areas, including equipment, pharmacy orders, medicines, prescriptions, signed orders and escalate appropriately.
To assist with storing all documentation within recommendations for the retention of pharmacy records
To assist with workplace audits as required by the Pharmacy Manager
To follow the correct procedures and any relevant policies and guidelines at all times including all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control policy and guidelines.

Helping you feel good.

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

It starts with you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educational Qualifications - Essential:
Good standard of general education, with proven literacy and numeracy.
Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills / GPhC recognised equivalent qualification or ability to work towards qualification which would be commenced within 3 months of employment and completed within agreed timescale
4 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

Experience, Knowledge & Expertise - Essential
Some experience within a pharmacy environment or healthcare background
IT Skills
Good communication skills
Flexible working hours (including some Saturday working

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educational Qualifications - Essential:
Good standard of general education, with proven literacy and numeracy.
Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills / GPhC recognised equivalent qualification or ability to work towards qualification which would be commenced within 3 months of employment and completed within agreed timescale
4 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

Experience, Knowledge & Expertise - Essential
Some experience within a pharmacy environment or healthcare background
IT Skills
Good communication skills
Flexible working hours (including some Saturday working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Employer details

Employer name

Nuffield Health

Address

Rykneld Road

Derby

DE23 4SN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nuffield Health

Address

Rykneld Road

Derby

DE23 4SN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Bank Pharmacy Assistant

Derby Hospital | Pharmacy | Bank | Part Time |

Up to £13 per hour depending on experience

As a Bank Pharmacy Assistant you will;

To monitor stock levels within the Pharmacy department to maintain appropriate stock levels
To assist with the procurement of pharmaceutical stock for the pharmacy and other departments using appropriate electronic systems
To receive goods in appropriately checking against purchase orders/delivery notes, dealing with issues/anomalies as they arise and escalating appropriately
To review invoice queries as appropriate
To monitor stock levels within the pharmacy department
To monitor stock levels in designated ward/department areas by carrying out stock top ups
To assist with supplying stock to other departments
To participate in pharmacy and departmental stock takes
To store all pharmaceutical products appropriately maintaining security and correct environmental conditions

Dispensary and Patient Services

To assist in the dispensing of medicines accurately selecting the correct quantity of medicine required and assembling, labelling and processing them in a safe, efficient and timely manner
To carry out final accuracy check on dispensed items within scope of qualification and experience
To provide basic advice to customers under the supervision of the Pharmacist, understanding when to refer on appropriately
To assemble pre-packed or over- labelled batches of medicines for out of hours dispensing

Team support

To clean and restore equipment and work areas, leaving them in a suitable condition for future use.
To maintain appropriate levels of Pharmacy consumable items within the department e.g. cartons, bags, labels etc.
To identify any problems within work areas, including equipment, pharmacy orders, medicines, prescriptions, signed orders and escalate appropriately.
To assist with storing all documentation within recommendations for the retention of pharmacy records
To assist with workplace audits as required by the Pharmacy Manager
To follow the correct procedures and any relevant policies and guidelines at all times including all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control policy and guidelines.

Helping you feel good.

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

It starts with you.

Qualifications

Essential

Educational Qualifications - Essential:
Good standard of general education, with proven literacy and numeracy.
Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Pharmacy Service Skills / GPhC recognised equivalent qualification or ability to work towards qualification which would be commenced within 3 months of employment and completed within agreed timescale
4 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

Experience, Knowledge & Expertise - Essential
Some experience within a pharmacy environment or healthcare background
IT Skills
Good communication skills
Flexible working hours (including some Saturday working

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