Apprentice Pharmacy Services Assistant

Handling customer queries with confidence Collection of prescription charges/checking patient exemption statements Operation of efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the dispensary with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage Ensuring that drugs are received and stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions Ensuring that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and maintaining the temperature control record/logbook Ensuring that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and kept in good working order Maintaining full and accurate records of all dispensing transactions Ordering and unpacking drugs and dressings Dispensing and checking repeat prescriptions and prescriptions from surgeries under the supervision of a dispenser Taking orders for repeats and dealing with queries from district nurses and support staff Using the computer to keep records up -o-date Dealing with queries from patients regarding their prescriptions Handling controlled drugs (and keeping register) Handling prescription money and operating/balancing the till Assisting when required to meet targets in relation to dispensing doctors' scheme Assisting in stock checks

Training:

This is a Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Standard that includes the following:

The training will be delivered by BMet - Matthew Boulton College on a day-release delivery model. At least 20% (1 day per week) of your working hours will be spent training or studying Apprentices are graded according to their performance in the EPA Upon successful completion the apprentice will achieve a Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 qualification

Training Outcome:

Following successful completion of the training an apprentice could be

Qualified to work as a dispensing assistant in Community Pharmacies Should they wish to continue training, accuracy-checking roles present an interesting progression, and further training can lead to a pharmacy technician qualification, meaning registration with the GPhC and a qualification which is recognised in the wider NHS

Employer Description:
We are an independent NHS Community Pharmacy serving the people of Smethwick. As a local community pharmacy, we can offer a wide range of services and facilities for you and your family. We provide NHS flu jabs, emergency hormonal contraception (morning after pill), free NHS blood pressure checks and free NHS prescription delivery across Smethwick, Oldbury, B66, B67 and surrounding areas.

Working Hours :
Monday to Saturday - shifts may require you to work evenings and half day on Saturdays. Flexible working hours are available and can be discussed during the interview process to accommodate individual circumstances where possible.

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