The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Pharmacy - Core Stores ATO

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
Pharmaceutical
GBP 0 - 25,272 per year

Posted 7 day(s) ago

Reference: 2365667


Job summary

To work with and support Pharmacy Technicians to provide an effective pharmacy service in the Pharmacy Stores ATOs work with other senior pharmacy staff who will assist them in developing their decision-making abilities within their scope of practice according to SOPs PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB Stores Lifting boxes up to 10kg, picking and packing ward orders, using pallet pump truck, bending and reaching. Will be required to walk between different departments within Pharmacy and across the Hospital on a daily basis to deliver and collect items Must have the ability to drive or use transport to travel to other hospitals or offsite training sessions as required

Main duties of the job

To work with and support the Pharmacy Stores Supervisor to: Deputise when needed Support with training of Rotational staff Support with dealing with Drug Alerts To work with and support Pharmacy Technicians in the Pharmacy Store to: Identify, select and issue drugs. Identify and receive drugs against an official order, using the Pharmacy Computer system to update stock levels. Deal with telephone enquiries, ward/department and community issues. Load and operate the automated pharmacy storage and dispensing system. Participate in the ward top-up system, Appropriately dispose of Pharmaceutical items Deal with Flammable waste appropriately Ensure appropriate storage of pharmaceutical items. Answering the pharmacy stores hatch, dealing with all grades of healthcare workers, porters and external delivery drivers.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Details
Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001174

Job locations

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Good Standard of basic education
  • 3 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths & English
  • The ability to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
  • Pharmaceutical experience
  • Hospital experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Good Standard of basic education
  • 3 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths & English
  • The ability to complete an NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
  • Pharmaceutical experience
  • Hospital experience
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.

Employer details
Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details
Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)