Pharmacy Distribution and Medical Gas Assistant

The pharmacy department is looking for a dependable, enthusiastic and motivated pharmacy assistant to join our in-house Pharmacy Distribution and Medical Gas Team., The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the extended hour's service working shifts between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and also working weekends every 2 to 4 weeks (with rostered days off either side of the weekend; rota dependent). The candidate will be required to join the rota for Medical Gas on-call duties (24 hours a day/ 7 days a week - normally no more than 1 week on-call every 1-2 months) once trained.

You will be a key member of staff in helping us develop the pharmacy service which continues to develop in line with the NHS plan for pharmacy. As part of the Pharmacy Distribution Team you will help us deliver Medical Gases and Pharmaceutical products in a timely manner to wards and departments across the Oxford Road Campus.

The post holder will have a positive attitude and outlook and be willing to communicate effectively with various teams and staff.

There is a positive attitude towards development of staff within the department and you will be encouraged to participate in our in-house training programs in order that you can develop your skills and apply them in the most appropriate way towards improving patient care.

This post is physically demanding, lots of walking, standing, lifting and lowering of boxes and bags and practical experience and knowledge of manual handling is important though local training will be provided.

Training will be provided in all aspects of the post and personal development will be encouraged.

The ideal candidate will have good levels of stamina, be physically fit with good attention to detail and possess good communication skills, be flexible and adaptable, committed and work well within a team.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.

You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.

Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.

Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.