Job summaryWe are seeking a Senior Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant to join our friendly pharmacy team at Watford Hospital.You will assist, under supervision, with routine duties of a technical nature, including the dispensing and supply of medication to in- and out-patients, the receipt, processing, storage and stock control of medicines.You will respond to enquiries and requests from staff, patients and carers as appropriate.This post would suit somebody with a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment, for which appropriate training will be provided.You must have either successfully achieved the relevant units of pharmacy services skills NVQ level 2 (QCF) or the relevant units of a GPhC accredited training programme of equivalent level to pharmacy service skills NVQ level 2 (QCF).Main duties of the jobYou should have experience of working as a qualified Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant, good communication & organisational skills and experience of using computer systems for dispensing, stock control and word processing.Please read the job description and person specification for more details and tell us in your application how you meet the essential criteria for this Senior Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant post as this will be the basis for shortlisting applicants.Please note that this position will close on or before the above closing date, depending on the response that we receive. Therefore, please ensure that you submit your application promptly to ensure that you are considered for this post.About usThere has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.We are a flexible working employerAt West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe purpose of this post is to:To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical service for the patients of West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust e.g. dispensing and supply of medicines to wards and departments, reception duties in the dispensary.Person SpecificationEducation and qualifications:EssentialNVQ 2 qualification in Pharmacy Services or equivalentDesirableGCSE's in Maths, English and Science grade C or above (or equivalent qualification)Knowledge:EssentialGood stock control practiceSafe lifting and handling practicesDispensing experienceKnowledge of confidentialityDesirableKnowledge of hospital environmentKnowledge of the EMIS systemExperience:EssentialDealing with customersHandling stock control dutiesExperience of working in pharmacyDesirableHospital Pharmacy ExperienceExperience of working with a Dispensing RobotDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameWest Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustAddressWatford General HospitalWatfordWD18 0HBEmployer's websitehttp://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)