Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant
Dispensing medicine (with ongoing training)
General admin
Dealing with over the counter and phone enquiries
Use of the computer and the pharmacy specific software
Checking off and unpacking orders
Stock management
Date checking of stock
Processing NHS prescriptions
Training:
Pharmacy Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
Medicine Counter Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc]
Dispensing Assistant Course accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council [GPhc]
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
In-house training
Training Outcome:
Full-time permanent role for the right person
Opportunity to register with the GPhC as a Pharmacy Technician once qualified
Employer Description:
We stock a wide range of well known branded medical products. You can talk in confidence with our pharmacist about common ailments and their treatment without the need for an appointment. Our pharmacist can also recommend medicines to treat minor conditions.
We dispense both NHS and Private prescriptions and keep personalized medication records, which can be referred to and used to help advise you on any aspect of your treatment. Rest assured these are kept in strictest confidence and comply fully with data protection legislation.
Our aim is to provide a comprehensive, exceptionally high standard pharmaceutical service to the residents of Telford, to ensure that patients receive the most from their medication by providing them with advice and support throughout their course of treatment.
Our pharmacy and dispensing assistants are well trained through attending accredited courses and can advise you about treating common ailments. The staff may however refer you to the pharmacist before recommending any medicines.
Working Hours :
Mon-Fri, Saturday on a rota. Shifts to be decided after interview.
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Honest,friendly