JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and with good communication and interpersonal skills to join our pharmacy team at Yeovil District Hospital.
This is a full-time post, but we are happy to consider part time hours minimum 22.5hrs, as we are committed to enabling good work/life balance for our team. You will need to be willing to take part in a training programme. Previous pharmacy experience would be advantageous but not essential as training will be provided. You need to be willing to take part in all mandatory training and the Pharmacy Workforce Development South Dispensing accuracy assessment programme.

ABOUT US

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Informal visits are more than welcome!

Dispense prescriptions accurately for in patients and outpatient clinics and will assist in a range of other Dispensary related duties as required.
You will carry out a medicines top-up service on wards and will assist with other medicines related duties i.e. medicines expiry checks, stock checks and returning medicines.
Receiving deliveries of pharmaceutical goods to support the store person.