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Pharmacy assistant apprenticeship

The range of duties is broad and varies depending on the post, but may include the following: Taking in and handing out prescriptions, dispensing prescriptions Using computer systems to generate stock lists and labels Helping to maintain stock levels Ordering items for use within a department Receiving, loading, and unloading incoming goods from wholesalers, manufacturers and elsewhere Delivering pharmaceuticals and other goods to sites within a pharmacy department, and wards/departments/clinical areas Selling over-the-counter medicines Answering queries on the supply and availability of medicines Responding to telephone and face-to-face enquiries of a routine nature from patients and customers Bringing any problems identified or queries raised to the attention of pharmacists or pharmacy technicians Pre-packing, assembling and labelling medicines Assisting with the manufacture of medicines Preparing medicines 'aseptically' (preparing medicines in a very clean environment using special techniques) Ensuring that health and safety requirements are met  Most common daily duties are as follows: Scanning and labelling prescriptions Bagging patient prescriptions Stock replenishment Stock rotation Serving customers General housekeeping Training:At work.Training Outcome:Full-time position may be available for the right candidateThe opportunity to progress onto your Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship may also be available.Employer Description:Polaris Pharmacy is an independent family-run community pharmacy in Wulfstan Court CB1 - the ‘Queen Edith’s’ area of Cambridge. The pharmacist team, Gina and Loh, moved to this area in 2002 to take over Kay’s Chemist when the owners decided to retire. The pharmacy has been a mainstay of our local area for over 40 years, being ideally placed to serve patients at Queen Edith’s Medical Practice, Cornford House Surgery and other local GP practices. We provide an efficient and customer-focused service to the local community.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am-1pm; 2pm-5:30pm. May work Saturday 9am-1pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Patience ....Read more...

Pharmacy Apprenticeship Standard Level 2

Taking in and handing out prescriptions Dispensing prescriptions Using dispensary and stores computer systems to generate stock lists and labels Helping to maintain reasonable dispensary stock levels Ordering items for use within a department Receiving, loading, unloading incoming goods from wholesalers, manufacturers and elsewhere Selling over the counter medicines Answering queries on the supply and availability of medicines, where this is within their competence Responding to telephone and face to face enquiries of a routine nature from patients, their representatives, members of the public and a wide range of staff groups, either in a pharmacy or in a ward, and referring queries to the relevant member of the pharmacy team when necessary Drawing any problems identified or queries raised to the attention of pharmacists or pharmacy technicians Pre-packing, assembling and labelling medicines Ensuring that health and safety requirements are met Training:Pharmacy Services Assistant Intermediate qualification.  Weekly release at our Walsall Campus - 1 day per week (term time only).  Full-time apprentices will typically spend 15 months on-programme (before the gateway) working towards the occupational standard, with a minimum of 20% off the-job training. The purpose of the end point assessment (EPA) is to test that an apprentice is fully capable of doing their job before they receive their apprenticeship certificate. It also helps to demonstrate that what an apprentice has learned can be applied in the real world. The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship and apprentices have to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need.Training Outcome: A successful apprenticeship could lead to a full-time permanent contract Level 3 progression pathways also available Employer Description:An extremely busy pharmacy based in Bloxwich, Walsall that values it's staff and their progression.Working Hours :(Typically) Monday - Saturday, with flexibility required. Specific shifts are TBC with the Chemist, upon interview.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience ....Read more...

3rd shift Extruder Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL SUMMARY Make all intermediates and finished products by adding specific quantities of certain raw materials and/or intermediates to a batch tank or grinding mill according to a written formula using proper batch making techniques and safe methods. This position also requires application and monitoring of established quality procedures and methods for production batches. Compiles, tabulates and summarizes QC data for analysis. Prepares and offers constructive criticisms relative to variables and deviations from prescribed standards of quality. Maintains statistical records having to do with quality, nature and causes of defects. Expedites and follows up changes to allow for prescribed quality standards. Request raw materials for use in formulas. Position requires knowledge of batch making techniques, machinery operation, scales and meter use, and formula knowledge. PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Weigh and/or measure out quantities of solvents, resins, pigments (or dispersions), and additives into blending tanks or grinding mills according to a batch ticket. Tend mixing or grinding equipment and maintain control over time, heat, mix speed, etc. Upon batch completion, take product sample to QC Lab for QC checks. Check production batches by comparison to standards Make adjustments to batch as necessary Recheck batch after adjustments are made until product is within standard product specifications Use proper analytical tools to compare product to standard specs and to wet and/or dry samples Record results of comparison and record onto batch card Consult with Main Lab chemist on products more than 10% out of product specifications Upon approval of product record data onto Quality Control car and enter information into computer data base Consult QC manual for specific requirements for product analysis of production batches and customers special requirements Calibrate QC equipment as required Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience and Education No previous experience required Experience in Manufacturing, Filling Area strongly preferred Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Good math/measurement skills Good written and verbal communication skills Basic reading and comprehension skills Must achieve required color testing score Reasoning Ability Determine correct batch making procedures as instructed in initial training and described on batch ticket. Determine if raw materials are fit for use. Work without continuous supervision while completing assigned projects. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle product and equipment and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 45 pounds, and occasionally lift/move 400 to 500 pounds with specially provided equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment is representative of those an employee would encounter in a normal paint manufacturing facility while performing the job tasks listed in this job description. The employee is exposed to solvent vapors at well below the OSHA permissible exposure limit and when required, adequate personal protection equipment is required. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI) Completing the number of batches required by the daily production schedule. Accuracy of completed batches. Satisfactory appearance of work area. Attendance and attitude. Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...