Pharmacy Assistant Band 2

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Were Hiring Band 2 Pharmacy Assistant (Antrim Area Hospital)
?? Location: Antrim Area Hospital
?? Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM 5:00 PM
?? Band: 2
?? Duration: 6 months initially
?? Start Date: ASAP

Total Care Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of Antrim Area Hospital for a Band 2 Pharmacy Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy hospital pharmacy team, supporting the preparation, supply, and delivery of medication and medical supplies.

Under the supervision of senior pharmacy staff, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective, and efficient supply of medicines and related items to patients and departments across the hospital.

You may be required to complete the Pearson Level 2 Certificate in The Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Support Staff, with training delivered one day per month at South Eastern Regional College (Bangor or Lisburn Campus).

• Receive, check, shelve, and issue pharmacy items

• Maintain stock control, rotate stock, and monitor expiry dates

• Participate in bulk issue services and ward top-ups

• Assemble and issue ward orders and IV fluids

• Deliver prescriptions and controlled drugs to wards

• Assist with broken pack dispensing, pre-packing, and community supply

• Operate pharmacy robots and support new systems

• Cover pharmacy reception and respond to requests professionally

• Adhere to infection control, safety policies, and standard operating procedures

• Support new staff during training where appropriate

• 5 GCSEs (Grades AG) including English Language and Maths at Grade C or above
  OR

• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services / BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Pharmacy Support
  (Candidates without NVQ/BTEC must be willing to undertake the qualification if successful)

• Good general health and attendance

• Effective communication and organisational skills

• Computer literacy and basic numeracy

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car (criteria waived for those with a disability who meet travel requirements by other means)

• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays if required

• Knowledge of current Health & Social Care trends

• Understanding of the pharmacy assistant role in a hospital setting

• Commitment to NHS values: Working Together, Excellence, Openness & Honesty, and Compassion

• Band 2: £20,375 £21,318 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

• 27 days annual leave (rising with service), plus 10 statutory/public holidays

• Access to the HSC Pension Scheme

• On-site support and supervision

• Ongoing training and development

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?? For more information, feel free to message us directly or call the team at Total Care Recruitment.

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Healthcare Full time care Antrim