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Senior Pharmacy Assistant , Patient Services

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
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Location
Salary
£29,176 - £30,225 pa incl HCAS Outer pro rata
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
04 Jul 2025
Contract Type
12 months (Fixed term for approx. 12 month period for maternity cover)
Posted Date
20 Jun 2025

Job overview

Are you an enthusiastic, hard-working, and patient-focused individual looking to gain experience within a Hospital Pharmacy? We have an exciting opportunity at Epsom General Hospital  for an approx. 12-month fixed maternity leave cover starting in June 2026.

Join our friendly team in a busy dispensary, helping to deliver an efficient dispensing service. Previous experience with pharmacy dispensing systems and an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services are essential. You’ll need excellent attention to detail, strong customer care skills, and a passion for patient contact.

If you're ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate must be proficient in the use of a computer, have proven organisational skills and demonstrate an attention to detail in their work. Excellent communication skills are essential as you will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

You will play a key role in preparing medicines for our patients. You will also carry out general housekeeping, filing and receptionist duties and undertake daily stock checks.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm with 60 minutes lunch. You will also participate in the late rota, weekend and Bank Holiday rotas.

To be considered, candidates must hold an NVQ qualification Level 2 in Pharmacy Service Skills or an equivalent recognised qualification. Previous hospital experience is desirable and an enthusiasm for a new challenge and a willingness to learn are key!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information please contact:

Amy Steel, Principal Pharmacy Technician

e-mail: [email protected]

phone number: 01372 735 735 ext 6698