Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) (level 3) Apprenticeship

You will be involved in supporting the supply, preparation and assembly of medicines and products; issuing them to patients and other healthcare professionals and assisting in providing advice to patients to help them make effective use of their medicines You will also be responsible for ordering and receiving medicines, as well as their storage, disposal and return You will have an understanding of healthy lifestyle choices and relevant screening services Maintaining a clean and organised pharmacy environment

Training:

You will work towards achieving the Level 3 Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

A Level 3 qualification in Dispensing and Medicine Counter Assistant, accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English (if not already achieved) An End-Point Assessment (EPA), which consists of a multiple-choice test, a practical observation, and a professional discussion Your training will take place at Handsworth Pharmacy with one day a week working on the Buttercups training course Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date

Training Outcome:
Accuracy Checking Technician alongside being able to offer various services

Employer Description:
At Handsworth Pharmacy, we are committed to providing high-quality pharmacy services and products to our customers and patients. We offer a range of services, such as dispensing prescriptions, selling over-the-counter medicines, offering health advice, and conducting health checks. We also have a travel clinic, a smoking cessation service, and a flu vaccination service. We are always looking for new ways to improve our services and meet the needs of our community. We are also an excellent place to work with a great team. We value our staff and their professional development. We offer a competitive salary package, flexible working hours, and a supportive work environment. We also provide training opportunities, such as apprenticeships, courses, and workshops, to help our staff enhance their skills and knowledge in pharmacy. We have a diverse and inclusive team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, and apprentices, who work together to deliver the best possible care to our customers and patients. We have a friendly and collaborative culture, where we respect each other, share ideas, and celebrate achievements. We are proud of our pharmacy and our team, and we invite you to join us or visit us to experience our excellence for yourself.

Working Hours :
Monday - Saturday (with 1-hour lunch break). Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience