Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant

Duties:

Receive and log prescriptions Assemble prescribed items, undertake an in-process accuracy check and issue prescribed items Work according to legislative requirements, and organisational policies Merchandising Order, receive, maintain and issue pharmaceutical stock Provide appropriate advice when authorised on supplied medicines and products, their storage and disposal Work within the parameters of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the pharmacy Act in accordance with systems and organisational governance Recognise and act within the pharmacy regulatory, legal and ethical standards Support the team in the development of others Selling over the counter medication Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal Communicate effectively with the public, carers and other health and social care professionals using a range of techniques to determine their needs, and keep information confidential Handle information (record, report and store information) related to individuals and/or patients in line with local and national policies Use pharmacy IT systems and other IT resources according to legislative requirements and organisational policies Demonstrate person centred care and support within a pharmacy setting Make pharmacy patients and patient safety your first concern Use judgement and refer service user as appropriate to another member of the team, GP, healthcare worker, manufacturer etc Maintain the interests of patients and the health of the public Promote and advocate equality, diversity and inclusion Promote healthy lifestyles to customers Work safely within the parameters of your role using Standard Operating Procedures Apply policies which relate to health and safety at work Act appropriately in situations to prevent harm to yourself and others Maintaining a clean work environment Any other ad-hoc as and when required

Training:
12 months Apprenticeship Woodsetton Pharmacy 41 Bourne St, Woodsetton, Dudley DY3 1AF

Training Outcome:
Opportunity of a permanent job - progress to Level 3

Employer Description:
We are an independent pharmacy located next to the Woodsetton Medical Centre. We are proud to deliver an excellent service to our patients. Many services are offered: NHS and Private Prescriptions; Free Prescription Collection and Delivery Service; Travel Clinic; Comprehensive range of Other the Counter medication, toiletries, mobility items, and many more.

Working Hours :
Mon - Fri - 8:30am - 7pm (shifts to be confirmed) Minimum of 30 hours

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience