NHS Jobs

Pharmacy Stores Assistant

Poole BH15 2JB

Key information

Pay
£25,272 to £27,476 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
27 Oct 2026
Closing date
9 Nov 2026

About this role

To conduct ward stock top-ups. This includes auditing stock levels, issuing stock, packing ward boxes and re-stocking ward stock cupboards. Participate in ward stock control and informing relevant staff of any concerns with stock levels on wards. To participate in the returning/removal of all items not required in clinical areas and organising them for returning/recycling back into stock under direction from the ward pharmacist. To receive goods into the pharmacy from delivery drivers throughout the day and store correctly and process the orders via the computer system. To participate in carrying out scheduled stock sweeps and expiry date checks in clinical areas. To participate in efficient filing, storage, stock rotation within the MDU and Dispensary. To assist in housekeeping duties of the MDU and Dispensary. To work in an efficient and methodical manner in all areas of the dispensary and MDU, to ensure all requests and prescriptions are assessed and prioritised appropriately. To attend and contribute to team meetings and Pharmacy staff meetings. To support the appraisal process by taking responsibility for understanding and completing all set objectives, mandatory training and Personal Development Plans. To be pro-active in self-development and willing to use own initiative in identifying training needs and resource required. To have responsibility for the health and safety welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of health and safety regulations and risk management. To treat all colleagues and patients with respect and dignity and maintain confidentiality at all times.