University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
FGH Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) - Pharmacy
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FGH Senior Assistant Technical Officer (SATO) - Pharmacy
Pharmacy Technician Opportunities – Furness General Hospital
The Pharmacy Department at Furness General Hospital is seeking enthusiastic, well-motivated individuals to join a dynamic team on a full-time or part-time basis.
Role Overview
This role will involve key operational tasks within the Pharmacy main dispensary and on hospital wards. Responsibilities include:
- Ordering and dispensing medications for:
- In-patients
- Service users preparing for discharge from hospital
- Collaborative working as part of a team and independently
Working Arrangements
- Core hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30
- Weekend and Bank Holiday shifts will form part of the rotation
- Part-time arrangements will be considered if full days are worked
Key Requirements for Band 3 Grade
To qualify for the Band 3 grade positioning, candidates must meet the following essential criteria:
- Previous pharmacy experience in a related setting
- NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or a comparable dispensing qualification (recognised by the profession)
- Competent IT skills
- Education standards including:
- UCAS Tariff Level 2 (GCSE level or equivalent) in English and Maths
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Support for Aspiring Pharmacy Technicians
An apprenticeship/training progression route is available for candidates without the NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services:
- Ideally suited for Band 2 positions
- Specific support will be provided to complete the NVQ 2 qualification
- With completion, the successful candidate can progress to Band 3 grade
Training
Full training will be provided for the successful applicant(s).
About Our Locations
Our department operates across three primary hospital sites, along with multiple community healthcare premises across the region:
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Furness General Hospital (FGH) - Barrow
- Comprehensively serves the region with:
- Full Emergency Departments
- Critical Care/Coronary Care units
- Specialised Consultant-led services
- Comprehensively serves the region with:
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Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI)
- General and emergency care access
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Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) - Kendal
- General Hospital services
- Urgent Treatment Centre for non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones or minor illnesses
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Community premises include:
- Millom Hospital
- GP Practice locations
- Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe
- Ulverston Community Health Centre
All three primary hospitals provide planned care including:
- Outpatient services
- Diagnostic assessments
- Therapies
- Day-case and inpatient surgery
Community facilities deliver additional local outreach and diagnostic services across Morecambe Bay.
Application & Enquiries
For further details, informal visits, or queries regarding the role,please contact:
Primary Contact:
- Name: Hannah Baines
- Job Title: Senior Pharmacy Technician
- Email: hannah.baines1@mbht.nhs.uk
- Telephone: 01229 403633
Secondary Contact:
- Name: Kirsty Stevenson
- Job Title: Senior Pharmacy Technician
- Email: kirsty.stevenson@mbht.nhs.uk
- Telephone: 01229 403633
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