Pharmacy Dispenser Apprenticeship - Citywide Health (Fulford Pharmacy)

During your apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of community pharmacy, including:

Supporting the dispensing of prescriptions Preparing and labelling medication Assisting patients at the pharmacy counter Ordering, receiving and managing stock Using pharmacy computer systems Supporting NHS and private healthcare services Learning about medicines and patient care Working safely and accurately within pharmacy procedures You’ll become an important part of a friendly and supportive healthcare team

Training:

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

All the training is on-site, and you do not need to attend off-site college days to complete this apprenticeship An e-learning portfolio plus on-site tutors will help you progress to a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant standard, which is a requirement to work in any pharmacy in the UK Functional skills, maths and English, if required

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship can lead to:

Permanent Pharmacy Assistant roles Dispenser training Level 3 Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Specialist healthcare service role Citywide Health actively supports career development and progression within the business

Employer Description:

Citywide Health is York’s leading independent pharmacy group, providing NHS and private healthcare services across multiple community pharmacy locations.

Our pharmacies offer a wide range of services including prescription dispensing, Pharmacy First, travel vaccinations, blood pressure checks, flu and COVID vaccinations, weight management support and other clinical services.

We pride ourselves on delivering friendly, professional healthcare whilst supporting and developing our team members to build long-term careers within pharmacy and healthcare.

Working Hours :
We have 7 pharmacies situated around York all operating at differing hours. Apprenticeships may involve evening and weekend working, but this is dependent on the pharmacy's opening times. Days and shifts are to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Patience